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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,120 cc

LM61 YGWMOT history

LM61 YGW is a black diesel Kia RIO first used on 5 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 115,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

LM61 YGW black Kia Rio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Rio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
115,167 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,823 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 YGW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,120 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 YGW was last recorded at 115,167 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 5,317 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,850 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,317 miles
Average per year
6,823 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,167 miles
  • 2025 – 109,850 miles
  • 2024 – 104,526 miles
  • 2023 – 100,306 miles
  • 2022 – 96,327 miles
  • 2021 – 86,498 miles
  • 2020 – 85,965 miles
  • 2019 – 76,223 miles
  • 2017 – 71,690 miles
  • 2016 – 56,945 miles
  • 2015 – 45,429 miles
  • 2014 – 36,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,167 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face,( light edge corrosion)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face, (edge corrosion noted)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,167 miles (+5,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    115,167 miles
    Test number
    812675128693
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass109,850 miles (+5,324)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    109,850 miles
    Test number
    407479205954
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SPLITS IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SPLITS IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH SPLIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,526 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    104,526 miles
    Test number
    230187508723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail104,483 miles (+4,177)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,483 miles
    Test number
    707470257348
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction EML light flashes with engine running (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass100,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    100,306 miles
    Test number
    564115424004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face,( light edge corrosion) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face, (edge corrosion noted) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail100,306 miles (+3,979)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,306 miles
    Test number
    110007796922
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face,( light edge corrosion) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face, (edge corrosion noted) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass96,327 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    96,327 miles
    Test number
    799464213245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,326 miles (+9,828)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,326 miles
    Test number
    631788912283
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass86,498 miles (+533)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    86,498 miles
    Test number
    238910440959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,965 miles (+9,742)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    85,965 miles
    Test number
    977651489473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,223 miles (+4,533)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,223 miles
    Test number
    904529235601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,690 miles (+14,745)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    71,690 miles
    Test number
    931843566340
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s low (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass56,945 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    56,945 miles
    Test number
    597857733303
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail56,945 miles (+11,516)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,945 miles
    Test number
    265685873691
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass45,429 miles (+8,477)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,429 miles
    Test number
    713258156392
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisorySlight lip on brake disc
    • AdvisoryFront and rear pads getting low

  16. Pass36,952 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    36,952 miles
    Test number
    416410814302
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight lip on front brake discs

Questions about LM61 YGW

Does LM61 YGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 YGW is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 YGW?
The MOT on LM61 YGW is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 YGW done?
LM61 YGW was recorded at 115,167 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 6,823 miles a year.
Has LM61 YGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 YGW has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LM61 YGW 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 YGW find?
LM61 YGW passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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