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Kia RIO

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,248 cc

LM61 LZBMOT history

LM61 LZB is a black petrol Kia RIO first used on 7 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 71,763 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

LM61 LZB black Kia Rio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Rio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
71,763 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 LZB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 LZB was last recorded at 71,763 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 5,575 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
66,188 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,575 miles
Average per year
5,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,763 miles
  • 2024 – 66,188 miles
  • 2023 – 55,027 miles
  • 2021 – 50,334 miles
  • 2020 – 46,314 miles
  • 2019 – 42,709 miles
  • 2018 – 32,588 miles
  • 2017 – 27,370 miles
  • 2016 – 21,504 miles
  • 2015 – 13,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,763 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,763 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    71,763 miles
    Test number
    848043752263
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail71,763 miles (+5,575)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,763 miles
    Test number
    486611614450
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass66,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    66,188 miles
    Test number
    705938016269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail66,188 miles (+5,639)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,188 miles
    Test number
    447228213685
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  5. Pass60,549 miles (+5,522)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    60,549 miles
    Test number
    825157611433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,027 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,027 miles
    Test number
    172662185578
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail55,027 miles (+4,693)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,027 miles
    Test number
    989850575154
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps 501 bulb fitted (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps 501 bulb fitted (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass50,334 miles (+4,020)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    50,334 miles
    Test number
    429063220558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass46,314 miles (+3,605)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    46,314 miles
    Test number
    266955025187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,709 miles (+5,422)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    42,709 miles
    Test number
    760672382100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,287 miles (+4,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    37,287 miles
    Test number
    132025028573
    • 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))

  12. Pass32,588 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    32,588 miles
    Test number
    889950669356
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail32,588 miles (+5,218)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,588 miles
    Test number
    807987876402
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass27,370 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    27,370 miles
    Test number
    168817036480
    • 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. Fail27,370 miles (+5,866)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,370 miles
    Test number
    466103724034
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  16. Pass21,504 miles (+7,906)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    21,504 miles
    Test number
    499265002984
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass13,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    13,598 miles
    Test number
    197766105080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 LZB

Does LM61 LZB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 LZB is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 LZB?
The MOT on LM61 LZB is valid until 2 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 LZB done?
LM61 LZB was recorded at 71,763 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 5,307 miles a year.
Has LM61 LZB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 LZB has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 LZB 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 LZB find?
LM61 LZB passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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