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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 998 cc

LB12 OMTMOT history

LB12 OMT is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 10 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 4 of 8 MOT tests, with 72,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
72,982 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
8
4 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,685 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 OMT
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
10 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 OMT was last recorded at 72,982 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,977 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,685 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,982 miles
  • 2025 – 63,533 miles
  • 2017 – 38,449 miles
  • 2015 – 32,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,982 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight split, but still prevents ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Both headlights only just give a beam image

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front running light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,982 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    72,982 miles
    Test number
    382541788424
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight split, but still prevents ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Fail72,977 miles (+9,444)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,977 miles
    Test number
    564514865701
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight split, but still prevents ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass63,533 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    63,533 miles
    Test number
    409364521349
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights only just give a beam image
    • AdvisoryOffside Front running light not working

  4. Fail63,533 miles (+25,084)1 dangerous4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,533 miles
    Test number
    834606645181
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights only just give a beam image
    • AdvisoryOffside Front running light not working

  5. Pass38,449 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    38,449 miles
    Test number
    640239435219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  6. Fail38,449 miles (+5,637)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,449 miles
    Test number
    435092557837
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn out of shape (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres tread cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread cracking slightly

  7. Pass32,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    32,812 miles
    Test number
    736304635241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail32,812 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,812 miles
    Test number
    986334535255
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about LB12 OMT

Does LB12 OMT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 OMT is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 OMT?
The MOT on LB12 OMT is valid until 16 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 OMT done?
LB12 OMT was recorded at 72,982 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 3,685 miles a year.
Has LB12 OMT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 OMT has failed 4 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 OMT 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 OMT find?
LB12 OMT passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight split, but still prevents ingress of dirt; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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