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Kia Picanto

Yellow · Petrol · 2009 · 1,086 cc

LS09 UCUMOT history

LS09 UCU is a yellow petrol Kia Picanto first used on 30 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 54,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

LS09 UCU yellow Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
54,082 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 UCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 UCU was last recorded at 54,082 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 581 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,501 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
581 miles
Average per year
2,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,082 miles
  • 2025 – 53,501 miles
  • 2024 – 52,613 miles
  • 2023 – 51,466 miles
  • 2022 – 50,196 miles
  • 2021 – 49,167 miles
  • 2020 – 40,520 miles
  • 2019 – 39,791 miles
  • 2018 – 37,093 miles
  • 2017 – 33,688 miles
  • 2016 – 28,649 miles
  • 2015 – 25,172 miles
  • 2014 – 21,511 miles
  • 2013 – 16,810 miles
  • 2012 – 12,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,082 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront flexy deteriorated

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 exhaust flexy deteriorated not blowing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,082 miles (+581)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    54,082 miles
    Test number
    418677308976
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront flexy deteriorated

  2. Pass53,501 miles (+888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    53,501 miles
    Test number
    124009105701
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy deteriorated not blowing

  3. Pass52,613 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    52,613 miles
    Test number
    307405707360
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy deteriorated not blowing

  4. Fail52,606 miles (+1,140)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,606 miles
    Test number
    366776209736
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy deteriorated not blowing

  5. Pass51,466 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    51,466 miles
    Test number
    892177681959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail51,466 miles (+1,270)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,466 miles
    Test number
    217397194470
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass50,196 miles (+1,029)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,196 miles
    Test number
    760859270572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,167 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    49,167 miles
    Test number
    646647070158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail49,166 miles (+8,646)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,166 miles
    Test number
    525264060208
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn rubbers split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass40,520 miles (+729)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    40,520 miles
    Test number
    602173593185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,791 miles (+2,698)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    39,791 miles
    Test number
    637797244571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,093 miles (+3,405)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    37,093 miles
    Test number
    762579768317
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass33,688 miles (+5,039)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,688 miles
    Test number
    228165251604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass28,649 miles (+3,477)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    28,649 miles
    Test number
    819337016309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,172 miles (+3,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    25,172 miles
    Test number
    575148495095
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass21,511 miles (+4,701)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    21,511 miles
    Test number
    819036004117
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  17. Fail16,810 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,810 miles
    Test number
    305360723184
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  18. Pass16,810 miles (+4,507)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    16,810 miles
    Test number
    579270523127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,303 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    12,303 miles
    Test number
    229958012136
    • NoteChild seat fitted n/s/rear visual seatbelt check

Questions about LS09 UCU

Does LS09 UCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 UCU is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 UCU?
The MOT on LS09 UCU is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 UCU done?
LS09 UCU was recorded at 54,082 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 2,900 miles a year.
Has LS09 UCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 UCU has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LS09 UCU 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 LS09 UCU find?
LS09 UCU passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front flexy deteriorated.

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