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Kia RIO

White · Petrol · 2018 · 1,248 cc

L27 ESAMOT history

L27 ESA is a white petrol Kia RIO first used on 30 Nov 2018. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 29,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

L27 ESA white Kia Rio – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
29,710 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 ESA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Nov 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 ESA was last recorded at 29,710 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 2,460 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
27,250 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,460 miles
Average per year
2,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,710 miles
  • 2025 – 27,250 miles
  • 2024 – 24,964 miles
  • 2023 – 22,768 miles
  • 2022 – 20,455 miles
  • 2021 – 17,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,710 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

7 tests since 5 Oct 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    29,710 miles
    Test number
    833710843429
    • 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))

  2. Fail29,710 miles (+2,460)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,710 miles
    Test number
    545332950543
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  3. Pass27,250 miles (+2,286)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    27,250 miles
    Test number
    755359212612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm left (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass24,964 miles (+2,196)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    24,964 miles
    Test number
    174546354290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside - offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  5. Pass22,768 miles (+2,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    22,768 miles
    Test number
    194422850669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass20,455 miles (+2,909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    20,455 miles
    Test number
    687404462531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass17,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    17,546 miles
    Test number
    917408505210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 ESA

Does L27 ESA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 ESA is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 ESA?
The MOT on L27 ESA is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 ESA done?
L27 ESA was recorded at 29,710 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 2,514 miles a year.
Has L27 ESA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 ESA has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L27 ESA 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 L27 ESA find?
L27 ESA passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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