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Kia RIO

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,396 cc

LB61 UTUMOT history

LB61 UTU is a red petrol Kia RIO first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 129,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2026
Mileage
129,842 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,210 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 UTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 UTU was last recorded at 129,842 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 5,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,078 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,764 miles
Average per year
9,210 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,842 miles
  • 2024 – 124,078 miles
  • 2023 – 118,495 miles
  • 2022 – 113,756 miles
  • 2021 – 109,024 miles
  • 2020 – 103,963 miles
  • 2019 – 99,929 miles
  • 2018 – 96,232 miles
  • 2017 – 81,642 miles
  • 2016 – 50,441 miles
  • 2015 – 34,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,842 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,842 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,842 miles
    Test number
    305193821194
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail129,842 miles (+5,764)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,842 miles
    Test number
    234080811694
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass124,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    124,078 miles
    Test number
    853638470792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail124,078 miles (+5,583)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,078 miles
    Test number
    889811219685
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass118,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    118,495 miles
    Test number
    618447422974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail118,495 miles (+4,739)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,495 miles
    Test number
    975598311846
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass113,756 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    113,756 miles
    Test number
    133291761841
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail113,755 miles (+4,731)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,755 miles
    Test number
    704588705325
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear box (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass109,024 miles (+5,061)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    109,024 miles
    Test number
    452694691853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,963 miles (+4,034)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    103,963 miles
    Test number
    688401767946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,929 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    99,929 miles
    Test number
    692952002450
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge operished (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail99,929 miles (+3,697)2 major1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,929 miles
    Test number
    805788983941
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge operished (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass96,232 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    96,232 miles
    Test number
    793789624081
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail96,232 miles (+14,590)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,232 miles
    Test number
    964364365682
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass81,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    81,642 miles
    Test number
    626936559830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail81,642 miles (+31,201)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,642 miles
    Test number
    614334991590
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass50,441 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,441 miles
    Test number
    577900630713
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre slightly damaged

  18. Fail50,441 miles (+16,373)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,441 miles
    Test number
    325186675098
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre slightly damaged

  19. Pass34,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,068 miles
    Test number
    166243745116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 UTU

Does LB61 UTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 UTU is valid until 20 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB61 UTU?
The MOT on LB61 UTU is valid until 20 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 UTU done?
LB61 UTU was recorded at 129,842 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 9,210 miles a year.
Has LB61 UTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 UTU has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 UTU 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 LB61 UTU find?
LB61 UTU passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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