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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 999 cc

K8 MLFMOT history

K8 MLF is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 10 Jun 2010. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2026 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 47,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2025.

K8 MLF black Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2026
Mileage
47,745 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2025
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 MLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
10 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2026
Latest MOT test
23 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 MLF was last recorded at 47,745 miles on 23 May 2025, 2,389 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,356 miles · 30 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,389 miles
Average per year
3,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 47,745 miles
  • 2024 – 45,356 miles
  • 2023 – 41,699 miles
  • 2022 – 37,402 miles
  • 2021 – 32,898 miles
  • 2020 – 30,292 miles
  • 2019 – 24,943 miles
  • 2018 – 18,957 miles
  • 2017 – 13,212 miles
  • 2016 – 11,368 miles
  • 2015 – 9,633 miles
  • 2014 – 7,739 miles
  • 2013 – 5,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,745 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 14 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,745 miles (+2,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    47,745 miles
    Test number
    197913678254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass45,356 miles (+3,657)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    45,356 miles
    Test number
    363360166857
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly damaged main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass41,699 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    41,699 miles
    Test number
    244789943732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail41,686 miles (+4,284)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,686 miles
    Test number
    542075089183
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass37,402 miles (+4,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    37,402 miles
    Test number
    656186263562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass32,898 miles (+2,606)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    32,898 miles
    Test number
    891729733650
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  7. Pass30,292 miles (+5,349)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    30,292 miles
    Test number
    197154163494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass24,943 miles (+5,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    24,943 miles
    Test number
    455208795636
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  9. Pass18,957 miles (+5,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    18,957 miles
    Test number
    173966988573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass13,212 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    13,212 miles
    Test number
    473590977135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass11,368 miles (+1,735)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    11,368 miles
    Test number
    652797722964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass9,633 miles (+1,894)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    9,633 miles
    Test number
    617956645186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass7,739 miles (+1,891)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    7,739 miles
    Test number
    879893364102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass5,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    5,848 miles
    Test number
    319396763162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail5,848 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,848 miles
    Test number
    408065763148
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about K8 MLF

Does K8 MLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K8 MLF expired on 29 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K8 MLF?
The MOT on K8 MLF expired on 29 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K8 MLF done?
K8 MLF was recorded at 47,745 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2025, an average of 3,509 miles a year.
Has K8 MLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 MLF has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2023.
Has the mileage on K8 MLF 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 MLF find?
K8 MLF passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2025 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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