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Kia Picanto

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,086 cc

LS59 YLZMOT history

LS59 YLZ is a blue petrol Kia Picanto first used on 7 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 172,651 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

LS59 YLZ blue Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
172,651 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 YLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 YLZ was last recorded at 172,651 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 5,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,890 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,761 miles
Average per year
8,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,651 miles
  • 2024 – 166,890 miles
  • 2023 – 154,475 miles
  • 2022 – 147,172 miles
  • 2021 – 145,911 miles
  • 2020 – 138,338 miles
  • 2019 – 133,373 miles
  • 2018 – 123,196 miles
  • 2017 – 120,913 miles
  • 2015 – 111,755 miles
  • 2014 – 97,329 miles
  • 2013 – 78,577 miles
  • 2012 – 63,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,651 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front exhaust hanger broken off exhaust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,651 miles (+5,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    172,651 miles
    Test number
    640722316526
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass166,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    166,890 miles
    Test number
    620203167658
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail166,890 miles (+12,415)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,890 miles
    Test number
    167516692577
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass154,475 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    154,475 miles
    Test number
    886916626161
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hanger broken off exhaust

  5. Fail154,475 miles (+37)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,475 miles
    Test number
    709226856801
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hanger broken off exhaust

  6. Fail154,438 miles (+7,266)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,438 miles
    Test number
    706133214371
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits CO - 0.55 reading after 2nd test, max level is 0.20 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass147,172 miles (+1,261)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    147,172 miles
    Test number
    785202228200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass145,911 miles (+7,573)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    145,911 miles
    Test number
    569077135898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass138,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,338 miles
    Test number
    128460451445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail138,338 miles (+4,965)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,338 miles
    Test number
    811954690209
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass133,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    133,373 miles
    Test number
    119742250393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail133,373 miles (+10)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,373 miles
    Test number
    521655569217
    • MajorFront Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail133,363 miles (+10,167)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,363 miles
    Test number
    855055538002
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass123,196 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    123,196 miles
    Test number
    717528519533
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail123,196 miles (+2,283)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,196 miles
    Test number
    443760441209
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass120,913 miles (+9,158)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    120,913 miles
    Test number
    141210409969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass111,755 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    111,755 miles
    Test number
    215247816402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail111,753 miles (+14,424)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,753 miles
    Test number
    479576407669
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail97,329 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,329 miles
    Test number
    116080634306
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass97,329 miles (+18,752)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    97,329 miles
    Test number
    489000234464
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass78,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    78,577 miles
    Test number
    508281733346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail78,577 miles (+14,596)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,577 miles
    Test number
    606511233317
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass63,981 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    63,981 miles
    Test number
    477108412415
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a small cut to the outer sidewall.I(Cord not exposed)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inside edge.

Questions about LS59 YLZ

Does LS59 YLZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 YLZ is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS59 YLZ?
The MOT on LS59 YLZ is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 YLZ done?
LS59 YLZ was recorded at 172,651 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 8,344 miles a year.
Has LS59 YLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 YLZ has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LS59 YLZ 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 LS59 YLZ find?
LS59 YLZ passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage.

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