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Kia RIO

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,248 cc

LM61 YHCMOT history

LM61 YHC is a black petrol Kia RIO first used on 29 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 86,874 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

LM61 YHC 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 Jul 2027
Mileage
86,874 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 YHC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 YHC was last recorded at 86,874 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,758 miles · 13 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
116 miles
Average per year
6,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,874 miles
  • 2025 – 77,941 miles
  • 2024 – 65,172 miles
  • 2023 – 52,019 miles
  • 2022 – 49,429 miles
  • 2021 – 45,749 miles
  • 2020 – 42,112 miles
  • 2019 – 39,507 miles
  • 2018 – 33,577 miles
  • 2017 – 25,440 miles
  • 2016 – 18,029 miles
  • 2015 – 10,091 miles
  • 2014 – 7,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,874 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside front tyre worn badly on inner and outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,874 miles (+116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    86,874 miles
    Test number
    499724619441
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail86,758 miles (+8,817)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,758 miles
    Test number
    644223511949
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass77,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    77,941 miles
    Test number
    166431021576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail77,941 miles (+2,724)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,941 miles
    Test number
    794593611694
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass75,217 miles (+10,045)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    75,217 miles
    Test number
    986203659369
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass65,172 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    65,172 miles
    Test number
    278259197666
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail65,172 miles (+13,153)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,172 miles
    Test number
    744572394562
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass52,019 miles (+2,590)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    52,019 miles
    Test number
    427326063410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,429 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    49,429 miles
    Test number
    198632469949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail49,429 miles (+3,680)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,429 miles
    Test number
    345238900404
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass45,749 miles (+3,637)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    45,749 miles
    Test number
    252072656726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    42,112 miles
    Test number
    223063484855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,112 miles (+2,605)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,112 miles
    Test number
    752593434116
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass39,507 miles (+5,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,507 miles
    Test number
    975712201277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on inner & outer (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass33,577 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    33,577 miles
    Test number
    609365991521
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  16. Fail33,577 miles (+8,137)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,577 miles
    Test number
    786437272512
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  17. Pass25,440 miles (+30)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    25,440 miles
    Test number
    877222935515
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn badly on inner and outer edge

  18. Fail25,410 miles (+7,381)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,410 miles
    Test number
    164779329655
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn badly on inner and outer edge

  19. Pass18,029 miles (+7,938)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    18,029 miles
    Test number
    309942208744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,091 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    10,091 miles
    Test number
    613854016750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass7,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    7,263 miles
    Test number
    149010714353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 YHC

Does LM61 YHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 YHC is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 YHC?
The MOT on LM61 YHC is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 YHC done?
LM61 YHC was recorded at 86,874 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 6,799 miles a year.
Has LM61 YHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 YHC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 YHC 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 YHC find?
LM61 YHC passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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