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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 998 cc

LB12 CSUMOT history

LB12 CSU is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 10 Jun 2012. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 79,567 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2026
Mileage
79,567 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 CSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB12 CSU was last recorded at 79,567 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 3,443 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,124 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,443 miles
Average per year
2,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,567 miles
  • 2025 – 76,124 miles
  • 2024 – 72,859 miles
  • 2023 – 69,940 miles
  • 2022 – 66,670 miles
  • 2021 – 64,613 miles
  • 2020 – 62,109 miles
  • 2019 – 59,835 miles
  • 2018 – 57,227 miles
  • 2017 – 55,437 miles
  • 2016 – 50,302 miles
  • 2015 – 46,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail79,567 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail79,567 miles (+3,443)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,567 miles
    Test number
    749529460631
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass76,124 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    76,124 miles
    Test number
    505814125238
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Fail76,124 miles (+3,265)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,124 miles
    Test number
    441646167010
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside day running lamp not working

  4. Pass72,859 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    72,859 miles
    Test number
    541398226389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail72,857 miles (+2,917)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,857 miles
    Test number
    432983787841
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass69,940 miles (+3,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    69,940 miles
    Test number
    714239643164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass66,670 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    66,670 miles
    Test number
    748870300289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail66,642 miles (+2,029)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,642 miles
    Test number
    791482246502
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  9. Pass64,613 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,613 miles
    Test number
    958822485933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,583 miles (+2,474)1 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,583 miles
    Test number
    970707397944
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass62,109 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,109 miles
    Test number
    945453346481
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Fail62,092 miles (+2,257)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,092 miles
    Test number
    403517843959
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass59,835 miles (+2,608)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    59,835 miles
    Test number
    456298835921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,227 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    57,227 miles
    Test number
    554769108083
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail57,218 miles (+1,781)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,218 miles
    Test number
    219528766727
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass55,437 miles (+5,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    55,437 miles
    Test number
    333272956163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass50,302 miles (+3,477)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    50,302 miles
    Test number
    665067660509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,825 miles
    Test number
    808091241391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 CSU

Does LB12 CSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB12 CSU expired on 5 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB12 CSU?
The MOT on LB12 CSU expired on 5 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB12 CSU done?
LB12 CSU was recorded at 79,567 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 2,965 miles a year.
Has LB12 CSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 CSU has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 CSU 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 CSU find?
LB12 CSU failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; offside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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