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Kia Picanto

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,248 cc

LC12 YMPMOT history

LC12 YMP is a red petrol Kia Picanto first used on 20 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 96,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

LC12 YMP red Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2026
Mileage
96,992 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC12 YMP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC12 YMP was last recorded at 96,992 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 1,844 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,148 miles · 26 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,844 miles
Average per year
6,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,992 miles
  • 2024 – 95,148 miles
  • 2022 – 91,416 miles
  • 2021 – 86,192 miles
  • 2020 – 85,151 miles
  • 2019 – 74,459 miles
  • 2018 – 63,302 miles
  • 2017 – 51,627 miles
  • 2016 – 39,010 miles
  • 2015 – 31,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,992 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to the limit on inner shoulder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,992 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    96,992 miles
    Test number
    611028274964
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail96,992 miles (+1,844)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,992 miles
    Test number
    872695279483
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass95,148 miles (+3,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,148 miles
    Test number
    500007225674
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass91,416 miles (+5,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,416 miles
    Test number
    145820256131
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox leaking from the offside drive-shaft seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass86,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    86,192 miles
    Test number
    900711817624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail86,192 miles (+1,041)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,192 miles
    Test number
    368696144368
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner edge 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pads look worn low and appear to have been hot /binding at some point

  7. Pass85,151 miles (+1,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,151 miles
    Test number
    699292718351
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to the limit on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail84,150 miles (+9,691)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,150 miles
    Test number
    709915072462
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to the limit on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass74,459 miles (+11,157)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,459 miles
    Test number
    845078860505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,302 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    63,302 miles
    Test number
    700859028780
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on edge

  11. Fail63,301 miles (+11,674)1 dangerous4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,301 miles
    Test number
    442837409636
    • DangerousFront tyres worn on edges
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass51,627 miles (+12,617)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    51,627 miles
    Test number
    484441022261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,010 miles (+7,350)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    39,010 miles
    Test number
    946308709837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,660 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    31,660 miles
    Test number
    155933805155
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight seepage from engine oil sump pan seal.

  15. Fail31,660 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,660 miles
    Test number
    236933805474
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight seepage from engine oil sump pan seal.

Questions about LC12 YMP

Does LC12 YMP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC12 YMP is valid until 25 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC12 YMP?
The MOT on LC12 YMP is valid until 25 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC12 YMP done?
LC12 YMP was recorded at 96,992 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 6,221 miles a year.
Has LC12 YMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC12 YMP has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LC12 YMP 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 LC12 YMP find?
LC12 YMP passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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