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Kia Picanto

Yellow · Petrol · 2009 · 1,086 cc

LL59 BYDMOT history

LL59 BYD is a yellow petrol Kia Picanto first used on 28 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 125,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

LL59 BYD yellow Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
125,388 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 BYD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 BYD was last recorded at 125,388 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 616 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,772 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
616 miles
Average per year
7,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,388 miles
  • 2025 – 124,772 miles
  • 2024 – 123,959 miles
  • 2023 – 123,074 miles
  • 2021 – 120,901 miles
  • 2020 – 109,612 miles
  • 2019 – 100,275 miles
  • 2018 – 88,091 miles
  • 2017 – 72,786 miles
  • 2016 – 58,426 miles
  • 2015 – 45,559 miles
  • 2014 – 35,043 miles
  • 2013 – 25,588 miles
  • 2012 – 17,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,388 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner CV boot leaking grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Lower Splitting to fuel hose (previous repair)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive multiple

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Cannot test rear seat belts - mobility walker blocking seats

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,388 miles (+616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    125,388 miles
    Test number
    768043258797
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass124,772 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    124,772 miles
    Test number
    977182799537
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail124,772 miles (+813)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,772 miles
    Test number
    693276698758
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass123,959 miles (+8)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    123,959 miles
    Test number
    252255727700
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner CV boot leaking grease
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Splitting to fuel hose (previous repair)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Cannot test rear seat belts - mobility walker blocking seats
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail123,951 miles (+877)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,951 miles
    Test number
    723402547721
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Major leak of exhaust gases rear (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel little to no effect (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer rotted through at clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner CV boot leaking grease
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Splitting to fuel hose (previous repair)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Cannot test rear seat belts - mobility walker blocking seats
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Handbrake lever has 13 clicks.. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass123,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    123,074 miles
    Test number
    255888967389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail123,074 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,074 miles
    Test number
    339945981153
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail123,074 miles (+2,173)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,074 miles
    Test number
    378725906320
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass120,901 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    120,901 miles
    Test number
    870724481825
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail120,901 miles (+11,289)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,901 miles
    Test number
    776141256856
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass109,612 miles (+9,337)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    415073133993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,275 miles (+12,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,275 miles
    Test number
    610227816085
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  13. Pass88,091 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    88,091 miles
    Test number
    134736750031
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked and perished

  14. Fail88,091 miles (+15,305)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,091 miles
    Test number
    794543249371
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords within tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked and perished

  15. Pass72,786 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    72,786 miles
    Test number
    271855064943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,780 miles (+14,354)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,780 miles
    Test number
    433264206864
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass58,426 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    58,426 miles
    Test number
    763584218329
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre in poor condition sidewall

  18. Fail58,426 miles (+12,867)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,426 miles
    Test number
    694657177556
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre in poor condition sidewall

  19. Pass45,559 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    45,559 miles
    Test number
    298246484302
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust fixing is broken but the exhaust is still adequately supported.

  20. Fail45,559 miles (+10,516)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,559 miles
    Test number
    976798329842
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust fixing is broken but the exhaust is still adequately supported.

  21. Pass35,043 miles (+136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    35,043 miles
    Test number
    666804524331
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Fail34,907 miles (+9,319)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,907 miles
    Test number
    267483124357
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass25,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    25,588 miles
    Test number
    399137333359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail25,588 miles (+8,395)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,588 miles
    Test number
    395557233310
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass17,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    17,193 miles
    Test number
    505185032324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL59 BYD

Does LL59 BYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 BYD is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 BYD?
The MOT on LL59 BYD is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 BYD done?
LL59 BYD was recorded at 125,388 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 7,830 miles a year.
Has LL59 BYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 BYD has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LL59 BYD 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 LL59 BYD find?
LL59 BYD passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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