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Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,396 cc

LB12 VAKMOT history

LB12 VAK is a red diesel Kia RIO first used on 30 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 82,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
82,248 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 VAK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 VAK was last recorded at 82,248 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 2,702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,546 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,702 miles
Average per year
5,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,248 miles
  • 2025 – 79,546 miles
  • 2024 – 76,998 miles
  • 2023 – 75,593 miles
  • 2022 – 75,044 miles
  • 2021 – 68,631 miles
  • 2020 – 62,154 miles
  • 2019 – 52,230 miles
  • 2018 – 45,508 miles
  • 2017 – 38,150 miles
  • 2016 – 30,401 miles
  • 2015 – 24,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,248 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords has some cuts on the outer side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre has got a cut on the outer side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass82,248 miles (+2,702)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    82,248 miles
    Test number
    261321207695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,546 miles (+2,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    79,546 miles
    Test number
    123034477151
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass76,998 miles (+1,405)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    76,998 miles
    Test number
    765078908242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,593 miles (+549)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    75,593 miles
    Test number
    452329396067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,044 miles (+114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,044 miles
    Test number
    936125494818
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords has some cuts on the outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre has got a cut on the outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  6. Fail74,930 miles (+6,299)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,930 miles
    Test number
    892490156992
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords has some cuts on the outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre has got a cut on the outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  7. Pass68,631 miles (+6,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    68,631 miles
    Test number
    513380679536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Has a cut on the outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Has a cut on the outer side wall and is worn on the outside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  8. Pass62,154 miles (+9,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,154 miles
    Test number
    407257803842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has got some deep cuts on the outer side wall
    • AdvisoryThr engine oil level is over topped
  9. Pass52,230 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    52,230 miles
    Test number
    539621028369
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail52,230 miles (+6,722)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,230 miles
    Test number
    732738477190
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass45,508 miles (+7,358)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    45,508 miles
    Test number
    705808431437
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted (NO Action required)
    • AdvisoryInner Both rear wheels damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre badly cut and perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre very low tread on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre very low tread on edges
  12. Pass38,150 miles (+7,749)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    38,150 miles
    Test number
    631013726142
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has some cuts in outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has some cuts in outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
  13. Pass30,401 miles (+6,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    30,401 miles
    Test number
    185267010439
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cut in outer sidewall
  14. Pass24,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    24,120 miles
    Test number
    568157465108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 VAK

Does LB12 VAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 VAK is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 VAK?
The MOT on LB12 VAK is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 VAK done?
LB12 VAK was recorded at 82,248 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 5,471 miles a year.
Has LB12 VAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 VAK has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB12 VAK 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 VAK find?
LB12 VAK passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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