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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,396 cc

LB12 MKVMOT history

LB12 MKV is a black diesel Kia Venga first used on 3 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 106,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
106,509 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MKV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Venga
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MKV was last recorded at 106,509 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,505 miles · 27 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,509 miles
  • 2025 – 99,051 miles
  • 2024 – 91,264 miles
  • 2023 – 83,732 miles
  • 2022 – 78,423 miles
  • 2020 – 73,589 miles
  • 2019 – 70,661 miles
  • 2018 – 48,601 miles
  • 2017 – 45,083 miles
  • 2016 – 36,351 miles
  • 2015 – 29,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,509 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nsf tyre wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,509 miles (+4)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    106,509 miles
    Test number
    599223132271
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail106,505 miles (+210)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,505 miles
    Test number
    571193977012
    • MajorFront Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt slight play (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail106,295 miles (+7,244)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,295 miles
    Test number
    238836907653
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass99,051 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    99,051 miles
    Test number
    400821784714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Fail99,051 miles (+7,787)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,051 miles
    Test number
    687782510097
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Pass91,264 miles (+7,532)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    91,264 miles
    Test number
    301991515848
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Pass83,732 miles (+5,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    83,732 miles
    Test number
    587868590693
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have protective coatings
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass78,423 miles (+726)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    78,423 miles
    Test number
    206864717726
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNsr shocker damp
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre wearing low

  9. Pass77,697 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    77,697 miles
    Test number
    378242222237
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre close to legal limit

  10. Fail77,697 miles (+4,108)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,697 miles
    Test number
    960200253687
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play nsf (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre close to legal limit

  11. Pass73,589 miles (+2,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    73,589 miles
    Test number
    199220919772
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass70,661 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,661 miles
    Test number
    927664402172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,657 miles (+6,545)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,657 miles
    Test number
    610513737254
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass64,112 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,112 miles
    Test number
    776852118674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,067 miles (+15,466)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,067 miles
    Test number
    739022009969
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass48,601 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    48,601 miles
    Test number
    954786372834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,598 miles (+3,515)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,598 miles
    Test number
    446310665300
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  18. Pass45,083 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    45,083 miles
    Test number
    689849716651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,080 miles (+8,729)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,080 miles
    Test number
    721213937478
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing seat belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass36,351 miles (+7,295)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    36,351 miles
    Test number
    481451185609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,056 miles
    Test number
    816709155152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 MKV

Does LB12 MKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MKV is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MKV?
The MOT on LB12 MKV is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 MKV done?
LB12 MKV was recorded at 106,509 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 6,995 miles a year.
Has LB12 MKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MKV has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MKV 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 MKV find?
LB12 MKV passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 4 more.

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