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Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,396 cc

LB12 CNZMOT history

LB12 CNZ is a blue diesel Kia RIO first used on 12 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 123,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
123,806 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 CNZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 CNZ was last recorded at 123,806 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 12,627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,179 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
12,627 miles
Average per year
9,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,806 miles
  • 2025 – 111,179 miles
  • 2024 – 99,641 miles
  • 2023 – 99,625 miles
  • 2022 – 87,922 miles
  • 2021 – 78,005 miles
  • 2020 – 71,093 miles
  • 2019 – 58,211 miles
  • 2018 – 46,902 miles
  • 2017 – 37,735 miles
  • 2016 – 30,342 miles
  • 2015 – 24,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,806 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,806 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    123,806 miles
    Test number
    480385677190
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail123,806 miles (+12,627)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,806 miles
    Test number
    631171978007
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass111,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    111,179 miles
    Test number
    851342009314
    • AdvisoryClutch bite low

  4. Fail111,179 miles (+11,538)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,179 miles
    Test number
    737073827523
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner side light in op
    • AdvisoryClutch bite low

  5. Pass99,641 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    99,641 miles
    Test number
    753499159886
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail99,625 miles (+11,703)3 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,625 miles
    Test number
    344903683404
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass87,922 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,922 miles
    Test number
    520064072534
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail87,921 miles (+9,916)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,921 miles
    Test number
    587804965381
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass78,005 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,005 miles
    Test number
    968189836334
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail78,005 miles (+6,912)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,005 miles
    Test number
    102092771870
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass71,093 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    71,093 miles
    Test number
    808515481004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail71,093 miles (+12,882)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,093 miles
    Test number
    271708145645
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass58,211 miles (+11,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,211 miles
    Test number
    366034993128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass46,902 miles (+9,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    46,902 miles
    Test number
    897733020904
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  15. Pass37,735 miles (+7,393)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    37,735 miles
    Test number
    364349101997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,342 miles (+5,661)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    30,342 miles
    Test number
    259652737226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,681 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    24,681 miles
    Test number
    445586545154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB12 CNZ

Does LB12 CNZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 CNZ is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 CNZ?
The MOT on LB12 CNZ is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 CNZ done?
LB12 CNZ was recorded at 123,806 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 9,319 miles a year.
Has LB12 CNZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 CNZ has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 CNZ 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 LB12 CNZ find?
LB12 CNZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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