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Black · Petrol · 2014 · 998 cc

L9 TYRMOT history

L9 TYR is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 28 Feb 2014. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 92,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

L9 TYR black Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 May 2027
Mileage
92,708 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L9 TYR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
28 Feb 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L9 TYR was last recorded at 92,708 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 4,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,594 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,114 miles
Average per year
7,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,708 miles
  • 2025 – 88,594 miles
  • 2024 – 84,578 miles
  • 2023 – 80,295 miles
  • 2022 – 66,425 miles
  • 2021 – 51,860 miles
  • 2020 – 44,014 miles
  • 2019 – 37,130 miles
  • 2018 – 29,146 miles
  • 2017 – 20,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,708 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 Feb 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,708 miles (+4,114)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2027
    Odometer
    92,708 miles
    Test number
    611384454734
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass88,594 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    88,594 miles
    Test number
    791317257134
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail88,590 miles (+4,012)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,590 miles
    Test number
    446128167715
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass84,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    84,578 miles
    Test number
    982596831036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail84,578 miles (+4,283)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,578 miles
    Test number
    208562011487
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass80,295 miles (+13,870)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    80,295 miles
    Test number
    654971007421
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass66,425 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    66,425 miles
    Test number
    190143209663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail66,126 miles (+14,266)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,126 miles
    Test number
    152341684468
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass51,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    51,860 miles
    Test number
    260910719595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail51,860 miles (+4,179)2 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,860 miles
    Test number
    472965857397
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass47,681 miles (+3,667)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    47,681 miles
    Test number
    803212894711
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass44,014 miles (+6,884)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    44,014 miles
    Test number
    441985560424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass37,130 miles (+7,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    37,130 miles
    Test number
    240857367729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass29,146 miles (+8,771)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    29,146 miles
    Test number
    284140303371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    20,375 miles
    Test number
    434623547945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L9 TYR

Does L9 TYR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L9 TYR is valid until 9 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L9 TYR?
The MOT on L9 TYR is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L9 TYR done?
L9 TYR was recorded at 92,708 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 7,856 miles a year.
Has L9 TYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L9 TYR has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L9 TYR 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 L9 TYR find?
L9 TYR passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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