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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 998 cc

LB12 NVFMOT history

LB12 NVF is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 2 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 82,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
82,528 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 NVF
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
2 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 NVF was last recorded at 82,528 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 5,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,970 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,558 miles
Average per year
6,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,528 miles
  • 2024 – 76,970 miles
  • 2023 – 72,966 miles
  • 2022 – 69,790 miles
  • 2021 – 58,759 miles
  • 2020 – 49,564 miles
  • 2019 – 40,471 miles
  • 2018 – 31,258 miles
  • 2017 – 23,432 miles
  • 2016 – 22,023 miles
  • 2015 – 19,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,528 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front day time running light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass82,528 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,528 miles
    Test number
    588661488471
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. FailMileage not read2 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    174920757022
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Road wheel badly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Road wheel badly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass76,970 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    76,970 miles
    Test number
    312294110377
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine rattle

  4. Fail76,970 miles (+4,004)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,970 miles
    Test number
    678236998549
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine rattle

  5. Pass72,966 miles (+3,176)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,966 miles
    Test number
    774091865759
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass69,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    69,790 miles
    Test number
    431532245119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,790 miles (+142)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,790 miles
    Test number
    963971776517
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Fail69,648 miles (+10,889)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,648 miles
    Test number
    288602600608
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass58,759 miles (+25)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    58,759 miles
    Test number
    444537547838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front day time running light not working

  10. Fail58,734 miles (+9,170)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,734 miles
    Test number
    721378957982
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front day time running light not working

  11. Pass49,564 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    49,564 miles
    Test number
    878355961604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Fail49,564 miles (+9,093)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,564 miles
    Test number
    545791596328
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass40,471 miles (+9,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    40,471 miles
    Test number
    175134446553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  14. Pass31,258 miles (+7,826)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    31,258 miles
    Test number
    582956623291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,432 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    23,432 miles
    Test number
    689467780746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,322 miles (+1,299)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    23,322 miles
    Test number
    482696954089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,023 miles (+2,386)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    22,023 miles
    Test number
    318927106607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    19,637 miles
    Test number
    509166165128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 NVF

Does LB12 NVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 NVF is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB12 NVF?
The MOT on LB12 NVF is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 NVF done?
LB12 NVF was recorded at 82,528 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 6,066 miles a year.
Has LB12 NVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 NVF has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 NVF 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 NVF find?
LB12 NVF passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear outer integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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