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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 998 cc

L26 DPWMOT history

L26 DPW is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 18 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 96,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

L26 DPW black Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
96,351 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 DPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 DPW was last recorded at 96,351 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 3,506 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,845 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,506 miles
Average per year
7,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,351 miles
  • 2025 – 92,845 miles
  • 2024 – 84,177 miles
  • 2023 – 77,753 miles
  • 2022 – 70,933 miles
  • 2021 – 63,951 miles
  • 2020 – 57,492 miles
  • 2019 – 49,740 miles
  • 2018 – 41,219 miles
  • 2017 – 32,272 miles
  • 2016 – 24,008 miles
  • 2015 – 13,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,351 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front WIPERS STARTING TO SMEAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,351 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,351 miles
    Test number
    829767736786
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail96,351 miles (+3,506)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,351 miles
    Test number
    188188960456
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,845 miles (+8,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    92,845 miles
    Test number
    870006652161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass84,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    84,177 miles
    Test number
    920840707159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail84,177 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,177 miles
    Test number
    471729904979
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass84,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    84,177 miles
    Test number
    108348490238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,177 miles (+6,424)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,177 miles
    Test number
    778205043352
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass77,753 miles (+6,820)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    77,753 miles
    Test number
    714836704046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Handbrake (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Pass70,933 miles (+6,982)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    70,933 miles
    Test number
    919370151703
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass63,951 miles (+6,459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    63,951 miles
    Test number
    629786902199
    • AdvisoryCentral Front NUMBER PLATE DAMAGE BUT CAN STILL BE READ
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear NUMBER PLATE CRACKED
    • AdvisoryFront WIPERS STARTING TO SMEAR

  11. Pass57,492 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    57,492 miles
    Test number
    621356348226
    • AdvisoryCentral Front NUMBER PLATE CRACKED
    • AdvisoryFront WIPERS STARTING TO SMEAR

  12. Fail57,492 miles (+7,752)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,492 miles
    Test number
    242736537214
    • MajorOffside Front All outline marker lamps not working MARKER LAMP NOT WORKING (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords TYRE HAS A CUT IN OUTER WALL SHOWING CORDS (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps NUMBER PLATE LAMP NOT WORKING (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front NUMBER PLATE CRACKED
    • AdvisoryFront WIPERS STARTING TO SMEAR

  13. Pass49,740 miles (+8,521)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    49,740 miles
    Test number
    637379734144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,219 miles (+8,947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    41,219 miles
    Test number
    638998994393
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass32,272 miles (+8,264)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    32,272 miles
    Test number
    879799102693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,008 miles (+10,561)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    24,008 miles
    Test number
    691430230279
    • AdvisoryCentre Front number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre on 3mm,and starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre on 3mm,and starting to crack

  17. Pass13,447 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    13,447 miles
    Test number
    847478085195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L26 DPW

Does L26 DPW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 DPW is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 DPW?
The MOT on L26 DPW is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 DPW done?
L26 DPW was recorded at 96,351 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 7,672 miles a year.
Has L26 DPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 DPW has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 DPW 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 L26 DPW find?
L26 DPW passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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