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Kia Venga

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,396 cc

LB12 BSOMOT history

LB12 BSO is a silver diesel Kia Venga first used on 31 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 189,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
189,198 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
13,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 BSO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Venga
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 BSO was last recorded at 189,198 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 7,662 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,536 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,662 miles
Average per year
13,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,198 miles
  • 2025 – 181,536 miles
  • 2024 – 167,110 miles
  • 2023 – 149,637 miles
  • 2022 – 133,725 miles
  • 2021 – 123,995 miles
  • 2020 – 115,883 miles
  • 2019 – 97,536 miles
  • 2018 – 81,402 miles
  • 2017 – 63,100 miles
  • 2016 – 52,383 miles
  • 2015 – 37,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,198 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner shoulder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner shoulder/worn on outer shoulder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass189,198 miles (+7,662)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    189,198 miles
    Test number
    486110411237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass181,536 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    181,536 miles
    Test number
    691040987576
    • AdvisoryN/s/r coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Fail181,532 miles (+156)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,532 miles
    Test number
    968488034255
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail181,376 miles (+114)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,376 miles
    Test number
    372290423116
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  5. Fail181,262 miles (+14,152)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,262 miles
    Test number
    351753101158
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  6. Pass167,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    167,110 miles
    Test number
    609200346684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail167,110 miles (+17,473)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,110 miles
    Test number
    201289669429
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass149,637 miles (+17)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    149,637 miles
    Test number
    112386603345
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner shoulder/worn on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail149,620 miles (+15,895)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,620 miles
    Test number
    295611505093
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner shoulder/worn on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass133,725 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    133,725 miles
    Test number
    888925537939
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play STRONG ADVISE (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail133,723 miles (+9,728)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,723 miles
    Test number
    603547788295
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play STRONG ADVISE (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass123,995 miles (+8,112)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    123,995 miles
    Test number
    916217842880
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass115,883 miles (+18,347)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    115,883 miles
    Test number
    710936462691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,536 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,536 miles
    Test number
    903855828763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  15. Fail97,536 miles (+16,134)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,536 miles
    Test number
    461664928552
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  16. Pass81,402 miles (+18,302)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    81,402 miles
    Test number
    152672453164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,100 miles (+10,717)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,100 miles
    Test number
    704527492442
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt X 2 rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195.65.15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195.65.15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass52,383 miles (+15,025)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,383 miles
    Test number
    341276221602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,358 miles
    Test number
    647489875088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 BSO

Does LB12 BSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 BSO is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 BSO?
The MOT on LB12 BSO is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 BSO done?
LB12 BSO was recorded at 189,198 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 13,875 miles a year.
Has LB12 BSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 BSO has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 BSO 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 LB12 BSO find?
LB12 BSO passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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