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Kia RIO

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,248 cc

LL61 BUWMOT history

LL61 BUW is a blue petrol Kia RIO first used on 29 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 59,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

LL61 BUW blue Kia Rio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Rio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
59,348 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,335 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 BUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 BUW was last recorded at 59,348 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,348 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,335 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,348 miles
  • 2024 – 55,628 miles
  • 2023 – 51,757 miles
  • 2022 – 47,760 miles
  • 2021 – 44,813 miles
  • 2020 – 42,522 miles
  • 2019 – 40,090 miles
  • 2018 – 35,871 miles
  • 2017 – 32,906 miles
  • 2016 – 27,328 miles
  • 2015 – 24,642 miles
  • 2014 – 22,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,348 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front daytime running light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,348 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    59,348 miles
    Test number
    374910308584
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front daytime running light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail59,348 miles (+3,720)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,348 miles
    Test number
    210089174394
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front daytime running light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass55,628 miles (+3,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    55,628 miles
    Test number
    780680649718
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass51,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    51,757 miles
    Test number
    218091490934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail51,757 miles (+3,997)1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,757 miles
    Test number
    306295779899
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass47,760 miles (+2,947)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    47,760 miles
    Test number
    515301594636
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Inner lamp not working. (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake justy met requirements (16%)

  7. Pass44,813 miles (+2,291)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    44,813 miles
    Test number
    613850273085
    • MinorOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass42,522 miles (+2,432)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    42,522 miles
    Test number
    374330153377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,090 miles (+4,219)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    40,090 miles
    Test number
    577395671350
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass35,871 miles (+2,965)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    35,871 miles
    Test number
    632899232101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    32,906 miles
    Test number
    152351148879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail32,906 miles (+5,578)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,906 miles
    Test number
    472804543319
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  13. Pass27,328 miles (+2,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    27,328 miles
    Test number
    851413934828
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn close to legal limit.

  14. Pass24,642 miles (+2,478)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    24,642 miles
    Test number
    583809416477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    22,164 miles
    Test number
    247783824364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL61 BUW

Does LL61 BUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 BUW is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL61 BUW?
The MOT on LL61 BUW is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 BUW done?
LL61 BUW was recorded at 59,348 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 3,335 miles a year.
Has LL61 BUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 BUW has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LL61 BUW 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 LL61 BUW find?
LL61 BUW passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge; nearside front daytime running light not working, and 2 more.

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