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Kia Picanto

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 998 cc

LL12 KWMMOT history

LL12 KWM is a red petrol Kia Picanto first used on 20 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 76,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

LL12 KWM red Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
76,972 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 KWM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 KWM was last recorded at 76,972 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 5,230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,742 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,230 miles
Average per year
5,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,972 miles
  • 2025 – 71,742 miles
  • 2024 – 64,135 miles
  • 2023 – 62,685 miles
  • 2022 – 61,595 miles
  • 2021 – 60,368 miles
  • 2020 – 59,719 miles
  • 2019 – 56,191 miles
  • 2018 – 53,196 miles
  • 2017 – 40,468 miles
  • 2016 – 32,130 miles
  • 2015 – 23,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,972 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.

  • Damage to rear bumper leaving slightly jagged edges

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front has a nip in side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,972 miles (+5,230)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    76,972 miles
    Test number
    471532680792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,742 miles (+7,607)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    71,742 miles
    Test number
    886989543381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    64,135 miles
    Test number
    961983996167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail64,135 miles (+1,450)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,135 miles
    Test number
    220048619749
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  5. Pass62,685 miles (+1,090)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    62,685 miles
    Test number
    965379244548
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished.
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen.
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside brake slightly binding. (not excessive)
  6. Pass61,595 miles (+1,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    61,595 miles
    Test number
    177587803541
    • AdvisoryDamage to rear bumper leaving slightly jagged edges
  7. Pass60,368 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,368 miles
    Test number
    429734793480
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to rear bumper leaving slightly jagged edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail60,367 miles (+61)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,367 miles
    Test number
    430214006781
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to rear bumper leaving slightly jagged edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail60,306 miles (+587)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,306 miles
    Test number
    458521229446
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged, jagged
  10. Pass59,719 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    59,719 miles
    Test number
    762926569945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front has a nip in side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged
  11. Fail59,701 miles (+3,510)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,701 miles
    Test number
    549600904465
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front has a nip in side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged
  12. Pass56,191 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    56,191 miles
    Test number
    993534107368
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  13. Fail56,191 miles (+2,995)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,191 miles
    Test number
    273563623708
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  14. Pass53,196 miles (+12,728)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,196 miles
    Test number
    281821933506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    40,468 miles
    Test number
    413343801195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,468 miles (+8,338)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,468 miles
    Test number
    441250117810
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass32,130 miles (+8,474)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    32,130 miles
    Test number
    625288331185
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass23,656 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    23,656 miles
    Test number
    207773865498
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL12 KWM

Does LL12 KWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL12 KWM is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL12 KWM?
The MOT on LL12 KWM is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL12 KWM done?
LL12 KWM was recorded at 76,972 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 5,040 miles a year.
Has LL12 KWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 KWM has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LL12 KWM 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 LL12 KWM find?
LL12 KWM passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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