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Kia Picanto

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,086 cc

LS59 VAFMOT history

LS59 VAF is a red petrol Kia Picanto first used on 2 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 40,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LS59 VAF red Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
40,324 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 VAF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 VAF was last recorded at 40,324 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 2,536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Sept 2015: 13,080 miles, lower than 57,689 miles on 30 Sept 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
37,788 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,536 miles
Average per year
2,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,324 miles
  • 2025 – 37,788 miles
  • 2024 – 35,432 miles
  • 2023 – 33,781 miles
  • 2022 – 32,501 miles
  • 2021 – 31,429 miles
  • 2020 – 29,632 miles
  • 2019 – 27,826 miles
  • 2018 – 25,716 miles
  • 2017 – 21,840 miles
  • 2016 – 18,874 miles
  • 2015 – 13,080 miles
  • 2014 – 57,689 miles
  • 2013 – 5,302 miles
  • 2012 – 3,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,324 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass40,324 miles (+2,536)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    40,324 miles
    Test number
    187171864999
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass37,788 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    37,788 miles
    Test number
    746550433467
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail37,788 miles (+2,356)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,788 miles
    Test number
    246006875842
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass35,432 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    35,432 miles
    Test number
    636244245219
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail35,432 miles (+1,651)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,432 miles
    Test number
    578215996239
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass33,781 miles (+1,280)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    33,781 miles
    Test number
    815946256004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,501 miles (+1,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    32,501 miles
    Test number
    791865682600
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass31,429 miles (+1,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    31,429 miles
    Test number
    253245408100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass29,632 miles (+1,806)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    29,632 miles
    Test number
    197470707084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,826 miles (+2,110)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    27,826 miles
    Test number
    461616121271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    25,716 miles
    Test number
    317439122297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail25,716 miles (+3,876)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,716 miles
    Test number
    999746189576
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass21,840 miles (+2,966)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    21,840 miles
    Test number
    451448174781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,874 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    18,874 miles
    Test number
    975280013997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail18,872 miles (+5,792)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,872 miles
    Test number
    408528033360
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  16. Pass13,080 miles (-44,609)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    13,080 miles
    Test number
    561090094462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,689 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,689 miles
    Test number
    645423874227
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  18. Pass57,689 miles (+52,387)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,689 miles
    Test number
    717993574264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass5,302 miles (+2,091)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    5,302 miles
    Test number
    349690573233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass3,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    3,211 miles
    Test number
    635351272259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 VAF

Does LS59 VAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 VAF is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 VAF?
The MOT on LS59 VAF is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 VAF done?
LS59 VAF was recorded at 40,324 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 2,656 miles a year.
Has LS59 VAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 VAF has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS59 VAF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS59 VAF find?
LS59 VAF passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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