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Kia Picanto

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,248 cc

LB12 NVLMOT history

LB12 NVL is a silver petrol Kia Picanto first used on 3 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 98,491 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
98,491 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 NVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 NVL was last recorded at 98,491 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 10,784 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,707 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
10,784 miles
Average per year
5,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,491 miles
  • 2025 – 87,707 miles
  • 2024 – 75,964 miles
  • 2023 – 70,097 miles
  • 2022 – 64,573 miles
  • 2021 – 57,753 miles
  • 2020 – 54,079 miles
  • 2019 – 49,445 miles
  • 2018 – 47,723 miles
  • 2017 – 43,430 miles
  • 2016 – 39,687 miles
  • 2015 – 36,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,491 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear wiper blade perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,491 miles (+10,784)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    98,491 miles
    Test number
    413615301398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass87,707 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    87,707 miles
    Test number
    562378473739
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail87,630 miles (+11,666)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,630 miles
    Test number
    450361718007
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass75,964 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,964 miles
    Test number
    892973670504
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil filter corroded
    • AdvisoryRear bumper offside corner partially detached

  5. Fail75,964 miles (+5,867)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,964 miles
    Test number
    534313113976
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil filter corroded
    • AdvisoryRear bumper offside corner partially detached

  6. Pass70,097 miles (+5,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    70,097 miles
    Test number
    473468914916
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass64,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    64,573 miles
    Test number
    816955266602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail64,573 miles (+6,820)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,573 miles
    Test number
    853115764473
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass57,753 miles (+3,674)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    57,753 miles
    Test number
    149566953730
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise worn to limit. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread perishing

  10. Pass54,079 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    54,079 miles
    Test number
    127998462712
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade perished

  11. Fail54,057 miles (+4,612)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,057 miles
    Test number
    281778276853
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade perished

  12. Pass49,445 miles (+1,722)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,445 miles
    Test number
    825344638683
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise.no tread outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front D.R.L. light inoperative

  13. Pass47,723 miles (+270)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,723 miles
    Test number
    133780141705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,453 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,453 miles
    Test number
    334968821592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on edges

  15. Fail47,453 miles (+4,023)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,453 miles
    Test number
    812551524577
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on edges

  16. Pass43,430 miles (+3,743)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    43,430 miles
    Test number
    960796455144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,687 miles (+3,683)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    39,687 miles
    Test number
    897664463036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,004 miles
    Test number
    835971585106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 NVL

Does LB12 NVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 NVL is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 NVL?
The MOT on LB12 NVL is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 NVL done?
LB12 NVL was recorded at 98,491 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 5,647 miles a year.
Has LB12 NVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 NVL has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 NVL 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 NVL find?
LB12 NVL passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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