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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,248 cc

LM61 EPAMOT history

LM61 EPA is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 112,889 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

LM61 EPA black Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
112,889 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 EPA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 EPA was last recorded at 112,889 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 10,755 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,134 miles · 12 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,755 miles
Average per year
7,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,889 miles
  • 2025 – 102,134 miles
  • 2024 – 88,018 miles
  • 2023 – 85,739 miles
  • 2022 – 79,806 miles
  • 2021 – 65,436 miles
  • 2020 – 57,438 miles
  • 2019 – 51,565 miles
  • 2018 – 45,181 miles
  • 2017 – 37,901 miles
  • 2016 – 32,845 miles
  • 2015 – 29,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,889 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,889 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    112,889 miles
    Test number
    756537786800
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail112,889 miles (+10,755)4 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,889 miles
    Test number
    734502295384
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,134 miles (+14,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,134 miles
    Test number
    686783313119
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass88,018 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    88,018 miles
    Test number
    559975698669
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail88,018 miles (+2,279)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,018 miles
    Test number
    453421954599
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass85,739 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,739 miles
    Test number
    650825449492
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail85,739 miles (+3)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,739 miles
    Test number
    312139459463
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail85,736 miles (+5,930)2 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,736 miles
    Test number
    865626128066
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side Poor effort. (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side Zero effort. !!! (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded At rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass79,806 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    79,806 miles
    Test number
    774196610618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail79,768 miles (+14,332)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,768 miles
    Test number
    306216972495
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass65,436 miles (+7,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,436 miles
    Test number
    377221866295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Pass57,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    57,438 miles
    Test number
    377756709111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,438 miles (+5,873)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,438 miles
    Test number
    715066082878
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass51,565 miles (+6,384)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    51,565 miles
    Test number
    292918017768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,181 miles (+7,280)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    45,181 miles
    Test number
    613630848685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    37,901 miles
    Test number
    938585343460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail37,901 miles (+5,056)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,901 miles
    Test number
    967054388088
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass32,845 miles (+3,232)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    32,845 miles
    Test number
    621890410243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,613 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    29,613 miles
    Test number
    176995005460
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail29,613 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,613 miles
    Test number
    945265405026
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM61 EPA

Does LM61 EPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 EPA is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 EPA?
The MOT on LM61 EPA is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 EPA done?
LM61 EPA was recorded at 112,889 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 7,064 miles a year.
Has LM61 EPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 EPA has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 EPA 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 LM61 EPA find?
LM61 EPA passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: rear windscreen wiper blade defective.

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