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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 998 cc

LL12 VHYMOT history

LL12 VHY is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 177,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2025.

LL12 VHY blue Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2026
Mileage
177,044 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
15,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 VHY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2026
Latest MOT test
27 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 VHY was last recorded at 177,044 miles on 27 May 2025, 9,112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,932 miles · 28 May 2024
Between the last two tests
9,112 miles
Average per year
15,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,044 miles
  • 2024 – 167,932 miles
  • 2023 – 159,500 miles
  • 2022 – 145,867 miles
  • 2021 – 126,587 miles
  • 2020 – 104,359 miles
  • 2019 – 80,802 miles
  • 2018 – 59,784 miles
  • 2017 – 46,530 miles
  • 2016 – 36,519 miles
  • 2015 – 25,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,044 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))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass177,044 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    177,044 miles
    Test number
    183132531182
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail177,044 miles (+9,112)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,044 miles
    Test number
    291552818199
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass167,932 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    167,932 miles
    Test number
    267543919150
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryAdvise to improve handbrake effort
    • AdvisoryDamage on vehicle all round

  4. Fail167,932 miles (+8,432)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,932 miles
    Test number
    119779994925
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryAdvise to improve handbrake effort
    • AdvisoryDamage on vehicle all round

  5. Pass159,500 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    159,500 miles
    Test number
    638363800205
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail159,500 miles (+13,633)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,500 miles
    Test number
    544552575341
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass145,867 miles (+19,280)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    145,867 miles
    Test number
    254846435757
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass126,587 miles (+22,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    126,587 miles
    Test number
    643245965888
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi. pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass104,359 miles (+2,206)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    104,359 miles
    Test number
    931615956946
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside daytime running lamps not working

  10. Fail102,153 miles (+21,351)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,153 miles
    Test number
    394963654975
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass80,802 miles (+21,018)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,802 miles
    Test number
    258915493495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass59,784 miles (+13,254)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,784 miles
    Test number
    275352229043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,530 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,530 miles
    Test number
    212013024973
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail46,530 miles (+10,011)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,530 miles
    Test number
    573298125589
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass36,519 miles (+11,006)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,519 miles
    Test number
    995889672278
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly twisted but ,does face to the rear

  16. Pass25,513 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    25,513 miles
    Test number
    685335235185
    • NoteNearside outer sill damaged

Questions about LL12 VHY

Does LL12 VHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL12 VHY expired on 27 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL12 VHY?
The MOT on LL12 VHY expired on 27 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL12 VHY done?
LL12 VHY was recorded at 177,044 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2025, an average of 15,101 miles a year.
Has LL12 VHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 VHY has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LL12 VHY 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 VHY find?
LL12 VHY passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside rear nail in tyre, and 2 more.

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