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Kia Picanto

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 998 cc

X20 TPBMOT history

X20 TPB is a black petrol Kia Picanto first used on 27 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 94,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

X20 TPB black Kia Picanto – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Picanto, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
94,309 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X20 TPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X20 TPB was last recorded at 94,309 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,305 miles · 31 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,309 miles
  • 2025 – 94,305 miles
  • 2024 – 87,570 miles
  • 2023 – 78,315 miles
  • 2022 – 66,745 miles
  • 2021 – 56,118 miles
  • 2020 – 48,152 miles
  • 2019 – 42,163 miles
  • 2018 – 35,298 miles
  • 2017 – 30,081 miles
  • 2016 – 24,965 miles
  • 2015 – 16,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,309 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,309 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    94,309 miles
    Test number
    638352587434
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail94,305 miles (+6,735)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,305 miles
    Test number
    870103721120
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass87,570 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    87,570 miles
    Test number
    344664845972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,563 miles (+9,248)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,563 miles
    Test number
    912956572567
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass78,315 miles (+37)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,315 miles
    Test number
    317798214217
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail78,278 miles (+5)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,278 miles
    Test number
    509735790625
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment cable and/or caliper siezed (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail78,273 miles (+11,528)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,273 miles
    Test number
    752543001030
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass66,745 miles (+10,627)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    66,745 miles
    Test number
    860572510282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Pass56,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    56,118 miles
    Test number
    842558329066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,118 miles (+7,966)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,118 miles
    Test number
    986166352705
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass48,152 miles (+5,989)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    48,152 miles
    Test number
    540547322813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,163 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    42,163 miles
    Test number
    631121508142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail42,163 miles (+6,865)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,163 miles
    Test number
    365282003564
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass35,298 miles (+5,217)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    35,298 miles
    Test number
    778262184221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,081 miles (+5,116)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    30,081 miles
    Test number
    239000497516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,965 miles (+8,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    24,965 miles
    Test number
    913329893173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass16,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    16,792 miles
    Test number
    329548240001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X20 TPB

Does X20 TPB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X20 TPB is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X20 TPB?
The MOT on X20 TPB is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X20 TPB done?
X20 TPB was recorded at 94,309 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 7,597 miles a year.
Has X20 TPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X20 TPB has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on X20 TPB 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 X20 TPB find?
X20 TPB passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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