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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 998 cc

LB12 MFKMOT history

LB12 MFK is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 30 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 91,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
91,565 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MFK
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
30 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MFK was last recorded at 91,565 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 7,762 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,803 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,762 miles
Average per year
6,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,565 miles
  • 2024 – 83,803 miles
  • 2023 – 76,213 miles
  • 2022 – 70,063 miles
  • 2021 – 63,985 miles
  • 2020 – 59,741 miles
  • 2019 – 55,599 miles
  • 2018 – 49,002 miles
  • 2017 – 40,957 miles
  • 2016 – 33,071 miles
  • 2015 – 19,113 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,565 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 22 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,565 miles (+7,762)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    91,565 miles
    Test number
    724313042198
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass83,803 miles (+7,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    83,803 miles
    Test number
    551544711821
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Pass76,213 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    76,213 miles
    Test number
    462442582445
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail76,185 miles (+6,122)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,185 miles
    Test number
    562348968465
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front tires inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass70,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    70,063 miles
    Test number
    303650683334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail70,063 miles (+6,078)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,063 miles
    Test number
    804049502866
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass63,985 miles (+4,244)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    63,985 miles
    Test number
    612290821319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    59,741 miles
    Test number
    608204992554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail59,740 miles (+4,141)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,740 miles
    Test number
    391637923317
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass55,599 miles (+6,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    55,599 miles
    Test number
    215216006937
    • 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))
  11. Pass49,002 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    49,002 miles
    Test number
    610527212051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail49,000 miles (+8,043)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,000 miles
    Test number
    984001103255
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split
  13. Pass40,957 miles (+7,886)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    40,957 miles
    Test number
    769761121332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,071 miles (+13,958)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    33,071 miles
    Test number
    799862111271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,113 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    19,113 miles
    Test number
    387313875166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB12 MFK

Does LB12 MFK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MFK is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MFK?
The MOT on LB12 MFK is valid until 6 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 MFK done?
LB12 MFK was recorded at 91,565 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 6,870 miles a year.
Has LB12 MFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MFK has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB12 MFK 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 MFK find?
LB12 MFK passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; brake pad(s) wearing thin all; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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