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Black · Petrol · 2012 · 998 cc

LS12 ZHUMOT history

LS12 ZHU is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 26 Apr 2012. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 242,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2025.

LS12 ZHU black Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2026
Mileage
242,032 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
16,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 ZHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 ZHU was last recorded at 242,032 miles on 18 Jul 2025, 1,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
241,008 miles · 30 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,024 miles
Average per year
16,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 242,032 miles
  • 2024 – 241,008 miles
  • 2023 – 226,187 miles
  • 2021 – 209,777 miles
  • 2020 – 193,330 miles
  • 2019 – 173,098 miles
  • 2018 – 152,957 miles
  • 2017 – 128,454 miles
  • 2016 – 103,351 miles
  • 2015 – 72,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,032 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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))

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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,032 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    242,032 miles
    Test number
    998589538303
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Fail242,032 miles (+1,024)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,032 miles
    Test number
    841585236161
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass241,008 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    241,008 miles
    Test number
    772406633994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail241,008 miles (+14,821)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,008 miles
    Test number
    949452451489
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass226,187 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    226,187 miles
    Test number
    797644028261
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail226,185 miles (+16,408)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,185 miles
    Test number
    981194772293
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass209,777 miles (+16,447)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    209,777 miles
    Test number
    599937523011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass193,330 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    193,330 miles
    Test number
    821375835622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail193,322 miles (+20,224)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,322 miles
    Test number
    480918876223
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch slipping

  10. Pass173,098 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    173,098 miles
    Test number
    646650313367
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail173,098 miles (+20,141)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,098 miles
    Test number
    478520779263
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass152,957 miles (+24,503)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    152,957 miles
    Test number
    275949290258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass128,454 miles (+25,103)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    128,454 miles
    Test number
    995967324066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,351 miles (+31,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    103,351 miles
    Test number
    157888106392
    • AdvisoryCant see front or rear brakes

  15. Pass72,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,082 miles
    Test number
    928851695032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 ZHU

Does LS12 ZHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS12 ZHU expired on 29 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS12 ZHU?
The MOT on LS12 ZHU expired on 29 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS12 ZHU done?
LS12 ZHU was recorded at 242,032 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2025, an average of 16,505 miles a year.
Has LS12 ZHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 ZHU has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 ZHU 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 ZHU find?
LS12 ZHU passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2025 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both nearside and offside; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside, and 2 more.

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