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Kia Picanto

White · Petrol · 2009 · 999 cc

LM59 LWSMOT history

LM59 LWS is a white petrol Kia Picanto first used on 26 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 97,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

LM59 LWS white Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
97,028 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM59 LWS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM59 LWS was last recorded at 97,028 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 9,550 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,478 miles · 14 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
9,550 miles
Average per year
6,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,028 miles
  • 2024 – 87,478 miles
  • 2023 – 79,435 miles
  • 2022 – 75,368 miles
  • 2021 – 73,330 miles
  • 2020 – 72,649 miles
  • 2019 – 71,202 miles
  • 2018 – 65,799 miles
  • 2017 – 57,845 miles
  • 2016 – 50,971 miles
  • 2015 – 43,449 miles
  • 2014 – 34,513 miles
  • 2013 – 25,863 miles
  • 2012 – 17,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,028 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,028 miles (+9,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    97,028 miles
    Test number
    977752759240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass87,478 miles (+8,043)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    87,478 miles
    Test number
    386645727776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass79,435 miles (+4,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,435 miles
    Test number
    735526906061
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass75,368 miles (+2,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    75,368 miles
    Test number
    938389312761
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Pass73,330 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,330 miles
    Test number
    609830195465
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded signs of corrosion to both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail73,330 miles (+681)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,330 miles
    Test number
    526332256655
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing to tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded signs of corrosion to both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass72,649 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    72,649 miles
    Test number
    321691208680
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail72,632 miles (+1,430)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,632 miles
    Test number
    226885808368
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass71,202 miles (+5,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,202 miles
    Test number
    471033378051
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass65,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    65,799 miles
    Test number
    751089924102
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel on limit
  11. Fail65,799 miles (+7,954)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,799 miles
    Test number
    833948462537
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel on limit
  12. Pass57,845 miles (+6,874)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    57,845 miles
    Test number
    296013922286
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryFront disc has a lip on the inside and slightly on the outside
  13. Pass50,971 miles (+7,522)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    50,971 miles
    Test number
    468044306467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,449 miles (+8,936)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    43,449 miles
    Test number
    366793893114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,513 miles (+8,650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    34,513 miles
    Test number
    167179884252
    • 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)
  16. Fail25,863 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,863 miles
    Test number
    405014693280
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass25,863 miles (+8,787)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    25,863 miles
    Test number
    827894193207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,076 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    17,076 miles
    Test number
    727856492213
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteO/s wiper split
    • NoteVarious oil leaks

Questions about LM59 LWS

Does LM59 LWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM59 LWS is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM59 LWS?
The MOT on LM59 LWS is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM59 LWS done?
LM59 LWS was recorded at 97,028 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 6,140 miles a year.
Has LM59 LWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM59 LWS has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LM59 LWS 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 LM59 LWS find?
LM59 LWS passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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