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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2019 · 998 cc

K8 MLAMOT history

K8 MLA is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 25 Sept 2019. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 5 of 6 MOT tests, with 39,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

K8 MLA silver Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
39,821 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
6
5 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 MLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
25 Sept 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 MLA was last recorded at 39,821 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 11,307 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
28,514 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
11,307 miles
Average per year
7,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,821 miles
  • 2025 – 28,514 miles
  • 2024 – 19,573 miles
  • 2023 – 12,538 miles
  • 2022 – 8,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,821 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

6 tests since 2 Sept 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,821 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    39,821 miles
    Test number
    993390630666
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail39,821 miles (+11,307)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,821 miles
    Test number
    530876012598
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass28,514 miles (+8,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    28,514 miles
    Test number
    698685317061
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass19,573 miles (+7,035)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    19,573 miles
    Test number
    587612131680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass12,538 miles (+4,443)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    12,538 miles
    Test number
    286998792774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass8,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    8,095 miles
    Test number
    378528588550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 MLA

Does K8 MLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 MLA is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 MLA?
The MOT on K8 MLA is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 MLA done?
K8 MLA was recorded at 39,821 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 7,700 miles a year.
Has K8 MLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 MLA has failed 1 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on K8 MLA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K8 MLA find?
K8 MLA passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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