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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,086 cc

S14 YULMOT history

S14 YUL is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 30 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 5 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 55,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

S14 YUL black Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Sept 2027
Mileage
55,619 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S14 YUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,086 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S14 YUL was last recorded at 55,619 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 2,702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,917 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,702 miles
Average per year
3,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,619 miles
  • 2025 – 52,917 miles
  • 2024 – 50,237 miles
  • 2023 – 49,035 miles
  • 2022 – 47,489 miles
  • 2021 – 45,729 miles
  • 2020 – 39,941 miles
  • 2019 – 34,590 miles
  • 2018 – 30,976 miles
  • 2017 – 28,184 miles
  • 2016 – 23,966 miles
  • 2015 – 20,604 miles
  • 2014 – 14,812 miles
  • 2013 – 9,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,619 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Both front brake discs have corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pipe at o/s/r and n/s/r wheel cylinders have corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • N/s/r shock absorber slightly weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,619 miles (+2,702)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    55,619 miles
    Test number
    995220535972
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass52,917 miles (+2,680)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    52,917 miles
    Test number
    813027376492
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass50,237 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    50,237 miles
    Test number
    765953485787
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail50,229 miles (+1,194)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,229 miles
    Test number
    384541689200
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass49,035 miles (+1,546)3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    49,035 miles
    Test number
    796116432629
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Pass47,489 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    47,489 miles
    Test number
    862373149485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail47,476 miles (+1,747)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,476 miles
    Test number
    114708600036
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  8. Pass45,729 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    45,729 miles
    Test number
    992125570482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail45,715 miles (+5,774)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,715 miles
    Test number
    622442020468
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass39,941 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    39,941 miles
    Test number
    518398081881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion

  11. Fail39,936 miles (+5,346)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,936 miles
    Test number
    372962205754
    • MajorExhaust system insecure front exhaust hanger broken off (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion

  12. Pass34,590 miles (+810)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    34,590 miles
    Test number
    665999433448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,780 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    33,780 miles
    Test number
    439799808261
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs have corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe at o/s/r and n/s/r wheel cylinders have corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s/r shock absorber slightly weak

  14. Fail33,780 miles (+2,804)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,780 miles
    Test number
    227152893959
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs have corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe at o/s/r and n/s/r wheel cylinders have corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s/r shock absorber slightly weak

  15. Pass30,976 miles (+2,792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    30,976 miles
    Test number
    674711379571
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts have slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Short pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Short pipe (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass28,184 miles (+4,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    28,184 miles
    Test number
    390576531847
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts haven slight play

  17. Pass23,966 miles (+3,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    23,966 miles
    Test number
    611979764745
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts slight free play
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass20,604 miles (+5,792)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    20,604 miles
    Test number
    638670835044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTowing hooks fitted to front of vehicle

  19. Pass14,812 miles (+5,442)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    14,812 miles
    Test number
    759133014083
    • NoteEdges of both front tyres worn

  20. Pass9,370 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    9,370 miles
    Test number
    487841223072
    • NoteObjects sticking out from front bumper
    • NoteSlight play on n/s/f strut top

Questions about S14 YUL

Does S14 YUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S14 YUL is valid until 5 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S14 YUL?
The MOT on S14 YUL is valid until 5 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S14 YUL done?
S14 YUL was recorded at 55,619 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 3,408 miles a year.
Has S14 YUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S14 YUL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S14 YUL 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 S14 YUL find?
S14 YUL passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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