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Red · Petrol · 2017 · 1,396 cc

L6 EFMMOT history

L6 EFM is a red petrol Kia Venga first used on 31 Jan 2017. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 88,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2026.

L6 EFM red Kia Venga – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
88,179 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 EFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Venga
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 Jan 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 EFM was last recorded at 88,179 miles on 20 Jun 2026, 7,228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,951 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,228 miles
Average per year
7,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,179 miles
  • 2025 – 80,951 miles
  • 2024 – 75,600 miles
  • 2023 – 73,945 miles
  • 2022 – 63,512 miles
  • 2021 – 51,216 miles
  • 2020 – 44,242 miles
  • 2019 – 35,853 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,179 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 15 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,179 miles (+7,228)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    88,179 miles
    Test number
    269489472117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,951 miles (+5,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    80,951 miles
    Test number
    554792720645
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has age related corrosion

  3. Pass75,600 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    75,600 miles
    Test number
    480296803439
    • 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))

  4. Fail75,600 miles (+1,655)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,600 miles
    Test number
    353626920569
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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))

  5. Pass73,945 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    73,945 miles
    Test number
    643778773125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail73,920 miles (+10,408)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,920 miles
    Test number
    985710258720
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass63,512 miles (+12,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    63,512 miles
    Test number
    711996077645
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass51,216 miles (+6,974)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    51,216 miles
    Test number
    149893525240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,242 miles (+8,389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    44,242 miles
    Test number
    919421248846
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass35,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    35,853 miles
    Test number
    386275950663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 EFM

Does L6 EFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 EFM is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 EFM?
The MOT on L6 EFM is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 EFM done?
L6 EFM was recorded at 88,179 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2026, an average of 7,642 miles a year.
Has L6 EFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 EFM has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L6 EFM 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 L6 EFM find?
L6 EFM passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; nearside rear lower suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing, and 2 more.

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