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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,120 cc

LB12 FHUMOT history

LB12 FHU is a black diesel Kia RIO first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 160,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
160,023 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 FHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,120 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 FHU was last recorded at 160,023 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 2,325 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,698 miles · 19 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,325 miles
Average per year
10,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,023 miles
  • 2024 – 157,698 miles
  • 2023 – 154,326 miles
  • 2022 – 152,936 miles
  • 2021 – 152,345 miles
  • 2019 – 128,546 miles
  • 2018 – 113,087 miles
  • 2017 – 90,012 miles
  • 2016 – 72,278 miles
  • 2015 – 42,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,023 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

13 tests since 23 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,023 miles (+2,325)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    160,023 miles
    Test number
    613706797327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass157,698 miles (+3,372)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    157,698 miles
    Test number
    471407424670
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass154,326 miles (+1,390)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    154,326 miles
    Test number
    428737952577
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass152,936 miles (+591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    152,936 miles
    Test number
    306485307802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,345 miles (+422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    152,345 miles
    Test number
    914658964554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail151,923 miles (+23,377)4 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,923 miles
    Test number
    643615168460
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drl not working

  7. Pass128,546 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,546 miles
    Test number
    569419125897
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail128,544 miles (+15,457)1 dangerous1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,544 miles
    Test number
    657199479054
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Pass113,087 miles (+23,075)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    113,087 miles
    Test number
    702681582265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass90,012 miles (+17,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    90,012 miles
    Test number
    153456195379
    • AdvisoryNearside front and rear tyres nearing legal limit

  11. Pass72,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    72,278 miles
    Test number
    701638994463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,278 miles (+29,285)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,278 miles
    Test number
    646755325597
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass42,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    42,993 miles
    Test number
    475184275106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 FHU

Does LB12 FHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 FHU is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 FHU?
The MOT on LB12 FHU is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 FHU done?
LB12 FHU was recorded at 160,023 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 10,899 miles a year.
Has LB12 FHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 FHU has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LB12 FHU 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 FHU find?
LB12 FHU passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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