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Kia RIO

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,396 cc

LB12 MWMMOT history

LB12 MWM is a red petrol Kia RIO first used on 6 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 149,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
149,348 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,784 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MWM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MWM was last recorded at 149,348 miles on 22 May 2026, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,268 miles · 16 May 2026
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
9,784 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,348 miles
  • 2025 – 140,520 miles
  • 2024 – 133,305 miles
  • 2023 – 108,609 miles
  • 2022 – 84,908 miles
  • 2021 – 76,818 miles
  • 2020 – 68,123 miles
  • 2018 – 63,887 miles
  • 2017 – 59,331 miles
  • 2016 – 51,961 miles
  • 2015 – 42,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,348 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Rear Registration plate inscription illegible

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,348 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    149,348 miles
    Test number
    735676043661
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail149,341 miles (+73)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,341 miles
    Test number
    113022998524
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail149,268 miles (+8,748)2 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,268 miles
    Test number
    412239931549
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass140,520 miles (+7,215)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    140,520 miles
    Test number
    504548533199
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (cracked) (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass133,305 miles (+24,696)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    133,305 miles
    Test number
    421800413041
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass108,609 miles (+23,701)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    108,609 miles
    Test number
    794453890919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,908 miles (+8,090)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    84,908 miles
    Test number
    256714276006
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass76,818 miles (+8,695)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,818 miles
    Test number
    126523319932
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass68,123 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    68,123 miles
    Test number
    613442822859
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail68,117 miles (+4,230)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,117 miles
    Test number
    593730687819
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass63,887 miles (+4,556)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    63,887 miles
    Test number
    262383007786
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass59,331 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    59,331 miles
    Test number
    733166995001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,328 miles (+7,367)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,328 miles
    Test number
    281129129874
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  14. Pass51,961 miles (+9,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    51,961 miles
    Test number
    604282989705
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass42,013 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    42,013 miles
    Test number
    276113855437
    • NoteFront tyres worn inner edge
    • NoteHeadlight aim adjusted
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail42,013 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,013 miles
    Test number
    985603255111
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront tyres worn inner edge
    • NoteHeadlight aim adjusted
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about LB12 MWM

Does LB12 MWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MWM is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MWM?
The MOT on LB12 MWM is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 MWM done?
LB12 MWM was recorded at 149,348 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 9,784 miles a year.
Has LB12 MWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MWM has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MWM 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 MWM find?
LB12 MWM passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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