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White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,396 cc

LB12 MXAMOT history

LB12 MXA is a white petrol Kia RIO first used on 6 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 125,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
125,556 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MXA was last recorded at 125,556 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,551 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
8,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,556 miles
  • 2025 – 116,802 miles
  • 2024 – 106,111 miles
  • 2023 – 96,037 miles
  • 2022 – 86,779 miles
  • 2021 – 77,968 miles
  • 2020 – 66,173 miles
  • 2019 – 55,371 miles
  • 2018 – 44,325 miles
  • 2017 – 40,758 miles
  • 2016 – 37,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,556 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,556 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    125,556 miles
    Test number
    660298894592
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail125,551 miles (+8,749)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,551 miles
    Test number
    477181386375
    • DangerousRear Axle fractured offside spring seat (5.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass116,802 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    116,802 miles
    Test number
    599766365617
    • AdvisoryRear axle

  4. Fail116,790 miles (+10,679)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,790 miles
    Test number
    303772939331
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle

  5. Pass106,111 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,111 miles
    Test number
    196912315852
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail106,105 miles (+10,068)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,105 miles
    Test number
    115906854540
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass96,037 miles (+9,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,037 miles
    Test number
    128428294167
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass86,779 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,779 miles
    Test number
    804127184407
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail86,770 miles (+8,802)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,770 miles
    Test number
    630557626242
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass77,968 miles (+11,795)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    77,968 miles
    Test number
    272866513468
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass66,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,173 miles
    Test number
    813627844715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail66,173 miles (+10,802)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,173 miles
    Test number
    663646416127
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass55,371 miles (+11,046)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,371 miles
    Test number
    692177692043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    44,325 miles
    Test number
    489018897789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,325 miles (+3,567)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,325 miles
    Test number
    754623034705
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass40,758 miles (+2,769)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,758 miles
    Test number
    648151635665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,989 miles
    Test number
    222143514482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,989 miles
    Test number
    115158557174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,989 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,989 miles
    Test number
    463895752191
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LB12 MXA

Does LB12 MXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MXA is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MXA?
The MOT on LB12 MXA is valid until 5 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 MXA done?
LB12 MXA was recorded at 125,556 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 8,694 miles a year.
Has LB12 MXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MXA has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MXA 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 MXA find?
LB12 MXA passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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