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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,248 cc

LS12 ECWMOT history

LS12 ECW is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 27 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 147,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

LS12 ECW black Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
147,444 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 ECW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 ECW was last recorded at 147,444 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 4,046 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,398 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,046 miles
Average per year
11,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,444 miles
  • 2025 – 143,398 miles
  • 2024 – 136,876 miles
  • 2023 – 127,818 miles
  • 2022 – 120,462 miles
  • 2021 – 109,050 miles
  • 2020 – 102,047 miles
  • 2019 – 89,325 miles
  • 2018 – 69,312 miles
  • 2017 – 50,823 miles
  • 2016 – 34,476 miles
  • 2015 – 24,977 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,444 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 2mm 175/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,444 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    147,444 miles
    Test number
    459789811309
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 2mm 175/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail147,444 miles (+4,046)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,444 miles
    Test number
    959770855586
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Emissions test stop because major leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Emissions test stop because major leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 2mm 175/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass143,398 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    143,398 miles
    Test number
    345345661959
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail143,398 miles (+6,522)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,398 miles
    Test number
    902912349368
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass136,876 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    136,876 miles
    Test number
    882269241282
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Fail136,876 miles (+29)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,876 miles
    Test number
    143792497491
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/50/15 marked yellow (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Fail136,847 miles (+1,072)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,847 miles
    Test number
    347149517162
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases repair carried out / still leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides slight wear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail135,775 miles (+7,957)2 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,775 miles
    Test number
    934299684657
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight seepage (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass127,818 miles (+7,356)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    127,818 miles
    Test number
    269146228655
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass120,462 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    120,462 miles
    Test number
    764255083417
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail120,462 miles (+11,412)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,462 miles
    Test number
    394634751705
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass109,050 miles (+7,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    109,050 miles
    Test number
    210385805866
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass102,047 miles (+12,722)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    102,047 miles
    Test number
    200454466007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,325 miles (+20,013)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    89,325 miles
    Test number
    950753411700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,312 miles (+18,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,312 miles
    Test number
    916218183911
    • AdvisoryClutch not clearing

  16. Pass50,823 miles (+16,347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,823 miles
    Test number
    458425932671
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing close to limits

  17. Pass34,476 miles (+9,499)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,476 miles
    Test number
    556968589803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,977 miles
    Test number
    847675885053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 ECW

Does LS12 ECW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 ECW is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 ECW?
The MOT on LS12 ECW is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 ECW done?
LS12 ECW was recorded at 147,444 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 11,078 miles a year.
Has LS12 ECW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 ECW has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 ECW 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 LS12 ECW find?
LS12 ECW passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread on 2mm 175/50/15; oil leak, but not excessive.

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