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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,248 cc

LL12 PNJMOT history

LL12 PNJ is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 31 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 104,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

LL12 PNJ blue Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
104,264 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 PNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 PNJ was last recorded at 104,264 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 10,728 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jul 2019: 41,998 miles, lower than 53,464 miles on 17 Jul 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
93,536 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,728 miles
Average per year
8,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,264 miles
  • 2025 – 93,536 miles
  • 2024 – 83,651 miles
  • 2023 – 74,338 miles
  • 2021 – 52,464 miles
  • 2020 – 48,043 miles
  • 2019 – 41,999 miles
  • 2018 – 53,464 miles
  • 2017 – 28,130 miles
  • 2016 – 21,569 miles
  • 2015 – 14,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,264 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test From rear view mirror and sat nav from lower windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner & outer edges & perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,264 miles (+10,728)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    104,264 miles
    Test number
    958432088014
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass93,536 miles (+9,885)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    93,536 miles
    Test number
    447367599532
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated on tie link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass83,651 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    83,651 miles
    Test number
    387899194569
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test From rear view mirror and sat nav from lower windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail83,651 miles (+9,313)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,651 miles
    Test number
    436837919156
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt On tie link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test From rear view mirror and sat nav from lower windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass74,338 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    74,338 miles
    Test number
    335683865065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail74,338 miles1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,338 miles
    Test number
    844964788659
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    818804692426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    656936347283
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  9. Pass52,464 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    52,464 miles
    Test number
    917237029837
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail52,458 miles (+4,415)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,458 miles
    Test number
    768497886094
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryO/s/f daytime running light not working

  11. Pass48,043 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    48,043 miles
    Test number
    197666092958
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner & outer edges & perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail48,017 miles (+6,018)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,017 miles
    Test number
    770377130504
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits 38 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front day time running lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner & outer edges & perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass41,999 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    41,999 miles
    Test number
    626593900501
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  14. Fail41,998 miles (-11,466)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,998 miles
    Test number
    766932755466
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass53,464 miles (+18,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    53,464 miles
    Test number
    742628171659
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing inner & outer edges

  16. Fail35,426 miles (+7,296)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,426 miles
    Test number
    844982518946
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing inner & outer edges

  17. Pass28,130 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    28,130 miles
    Test number
    445688939305
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer side wall has small tears
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  18. Fail28,130 miles (+6,561)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,130 miles
    Test number
    904828566563
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer side wall has small tears
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  19. Pass21,569 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    21,569 miles
    Test number
    914398211370
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Fail21,568 miles (+6,674)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,568 miles
    Test number
    685399305888
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass14,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    14,894 miles
    Test number
    255692965483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL12 PNJ

Does LL12 PNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL12 PNJ is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL12 PNJ?
The MOT on LL12 PNJ is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL12 PNJ done?
LL12 PNJ was recorded at 104,264 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 8,060 miles a year.
Has LL12 PNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 PNJ has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LL12 PNJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jul 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL12 PNJ find?
LL12 PNJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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