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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 998 cc

LB12 JZAMOT history

LB12 JZA is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 8 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 92,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
92,640 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 JZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
8 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 JZA was last recorded at 92,640 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 1,647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,993 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,647 miles
Average per year
6,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,640 miles
  • 2025 – 90,993 miles
  • 2024 – 84,778 miles
  • 2023 – 75,989 miles
  • 2022 – 66,814 miles
  • 2021 – 59,991 miles
  • 2020 – 56,771 miles
  • 2019 – 50,992 miles
  • 2018 – 40,814 miles
  • 2017 – 35,456 miles
  • 2016 – 31,955 miles
  • 2015 – 24,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,640 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Advised investigate!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,640 miles (+1,647)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    92,640 miles
    Test number
    751681547453
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass90,993 miles1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    90,993 miles
    Test number
    939985430949
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail90,993 miles (+6,215)1 dangerous3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,993 miles
    Test number
    110388293603
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass84,778 miles (+8,789)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    84,778 miles
    Test number
    790967290229
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flex ! (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under car.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil filter is leaking!! (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass75,989 miles (+97)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    75,989 miles
    Test number
    227534150056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Advised investigate! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has slight wear on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Advised investigate! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Set to 0 not 5.

  6. Fail75,892 miles (+9,078)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,892 miles
    Test number
    376111586914
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Advised investigate! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has slight wear on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Advised investigate! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Set to 0 not 5.

  7. Pass66,814 miles (+6,823)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,814 miles
    Test number
    152065847556
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Outer pads? (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flex corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass59,991 miles (+3,220)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    59,991 miles
    Test number
    816566945590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,771 miles (+5,779)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    56,771 miles
    Test number
    232564467957
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • 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))

  10. Pass50,992 miles (+10,178)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    50,992 miles
    Test number
    691393171871
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass40,814 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    40,814 miles
    Test number
    839141757588
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber split

  12. Fail40,814 miles (+5,358)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,814 miles
    Test number
    393146589040
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber split

  13. Pass35,456 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    35,456 miles
    Test number
    246701009704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail35,453 miles (+3,498)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,453 miles
    Test number
    998561280428
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

  15. Pass31,955 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    31,955 miles
    Test number
    279456153073
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail31,955 miles (+7,513)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,955 miles
    Test number
    330767925840
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  17. Pass24,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    24,442 miles
    Test number
    208321585143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail24,442 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,442 miles
    Test number
    489261385169
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding slightly

Questions about LB12 JZA

Does LB12 JZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 JZA is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 JZA?
The MOT on LB12 JZA is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 JZA done?
LB12 JZA was recorded at 92,640 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 6,330 miles a year.
Has LB12 JZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 JZA has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 JZA 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 JZA find?
LB12 JZA passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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