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Red · Petrol · 2015 · 1,591 cc

L98 JNFMOT history

L98 JNF is a red petrol Kia Venga first used on 18 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 40,159 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

L98 JNF red Kia Venga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Venga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
40,159 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L98 JNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Venga
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
18 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L98 JNF was last recorded at 40,159 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 2,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
37,311 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,848 miles
Average per year
3,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,159 miles
  • 2025 – 37,311 miles
  • 2024 – 34,437 miles
  • 2023 – 31,120 miles
  • 2022 – 27,621 miles
  • 2021 – 24,512 miles
  • 2020 – 22,705 miles
  • 2019 – 19,551 miles
  • 2018 – 14,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,159 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Grease escaping (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Minor chips in windscreen, not affecting drivers view

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Borderline pass

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Tyre deflation light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 14 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,159 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    40,159 miles
    Test number
    187354821296
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Grease escaping (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail40,158 miles (+2,847)4 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,158 miles
    Test number
    969211881595
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Grease escaping (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass37,311 miles (+2,874)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    37,311 miles
    Test number
    306324856559
    • AdvisoryMinor chips in windscreen, not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts with stones imbedded (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Borderline pass (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre deflation light on

  4. Pass34,437 miles (+3,317)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    34,437 miles
    Test number
    653625366167
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor chips in windscreen, not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Borderline pass (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass31,120 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    31,120 miles
    Test number
    214434640204
    • AdvisoryMinor chips in windscreen, not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BORDERLINE PASS (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre deflation light on

  6. Fail31,120 miles (+3,499)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,120 miles
    Test number
    263894922764
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMinor chips in windscreen, not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BORDERLINE PASS (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre deflation light on

  7. Pass27,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    27,621 miles
    Test number
    986006624458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail27,621 miles (+3,109)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,621 miles
    Test number
    437153926901
    • MajorCentral Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass24,512 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    24,512 miles
    Test number
    627051160631
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail24,512 miles (+1,807)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,512 miles
    Test number
    955214302836
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass22,705 miles (+3,154)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    22,705 miles
    Test number
    622998420475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass19,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    19,551 miles
    Test number
    821958146613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail19,551 miles (+5,366)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,551 miles
    Test number
    149824621641
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass14,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    14,185 miles
    Test number
    553439063570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L98 JNF

Does L98 JNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L98 JNF is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L98 JNF?
The MOT on L98 JNF is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L98 JNF done?
L98 JNF was recorded at 40,159 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 3,259 miles a year.
Has L98 JNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L98 JNF has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L98 JNF 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 L98 JNF find?
L98 JNF passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated grease escaping; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 4 more.

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