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Kia RIO

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,396 cc

LC61 VVWMOT history

LC61 VVW is a red petrol Kia RIO first used on 28 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LC61 VVW red Kia Rio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Rio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
96,834 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VVW was last recorded at 96,834 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 13,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,295 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
13,539 miles
Average per year
7,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,834 miles
  • 2025 – 83,295 miles
  • 2023 – 70,411 miles
  • 2022 – 63,116 miles
  • 2021 – 54,674 miles
  • 2020 – 49,035 miles
  • 2019 – 44,449 miles
  • 2018 – 36,020 miles
  • 2017 – 29,220 miles
  • 2016 – 24,255 miles
  • 2015 – 20,053 miles
  • 2014 – 14,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,834 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective rear wiper split (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front cracked (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,834 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    96,834 miles
    Test number
    397910879810
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective rear wiper split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front cracked (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail96,834 miles (+13,539)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,834 miles
    Test number
    648431321730
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective rear wiper split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front cracked (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass83,295 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    83,295 miles
    Test number
    411461609651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail83,244 miles (+12,833)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,244 miles
    Test number
    216635400810
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing not checked (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing not checked (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass70,411 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    70,411 miles
    Test number
    379074190635
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail70,411 miles (+16)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,411 miles
    Test number
    726098192174
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords damaged both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail70,395 miles (+7,279)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,395 miles
    Test number
    678339264466
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass63,116 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    63,116 miles
    Test number
    476464970139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail63,116 miles (+8,442)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,116 miles
    Test number
    122243805452
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass54,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    54,674 miles
    Test number
    569604959180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail54,674 miles (+5,639)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,674 miles
    Test number
    447794710003
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass49,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    49,035 miles
    Test number
    215449910522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail49,035 miles (+4,586)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,035 miles
    Test number
    751282201965
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass44,449 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,449 miles
    Test number
    842046495222
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Fail44,449 miles (+8,429)2 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,449 miles
    Test number
    869847703622
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (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 Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass36,020 miles (+6,800)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    36,020 miles
    Test number
    261470502320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,220 miles (+4,965)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    29,220 miles
    Test number
    154424455019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,255 miles (+4,202)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    24,255 miles
    Test number
    712261270323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,053 miles (+5,907)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    20,053 miles
    Test number
    120845603490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    14,146 miles
    Test number
    365904944356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 VVW

Does LC61 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VVW is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VVW?
The MOT on LC61 VVW is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 VVW done?
LC61 VVW was recorded at 96,834 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 7,452 miles a year.
Has LC61 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VVW has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 VVW 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 LC61 VVW find?
LC61 VVW passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective rear wiper split; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front cracked.

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