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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,396 cc

LB12 MLJMOT history

LB12 MLJ is a black diesel Kia Venga first used on 3 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 130,531 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
130,531 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MLJ
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 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MLJ was last recorded at 130,531 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 2,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,628 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,903 miles
Average per year
9,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,531 miles
  • 2025 – 127,628 miles
  • 2024 – 114,051 miles
  • 2023 – 104,999 miles
  • 2022 – 98,647 miles
  • 2021 – 91,433 miles
  • 2020 – 79,486 miles
  • 2019 – 56,773 miles
  • 2018 – 45,134 miles
  • 2017 – 41,100 miles
  • 2016 – 34,497 miles
  • 2015 – 28,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,531 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    130,531 miles
    Test number
    274712485240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail130,531 miles (+2,903)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,531 miles
    Test number
    982987798661
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass127,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    127,628 miles
    Test number
    334504616590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail127,628 miles (+13,577)1 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,628 miles
    Test number
    891111729951
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass114,051 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    114,051 miles
    Test number
    601632080596
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail114,051 miles (+9,052)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,051 miles
    Test number
    740668203084
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass104,999 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    104,999 miles
    Test number
    771383247048
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail104,999 miles (+6,352)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,999 miles
    Test number
    412978764767
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass98,647 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    98,647 miles
    Test number
    300117171852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail98,647 miles (+7,214)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,647 miles
    Test number
    841745192416
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass91,433 miles (+11,947)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    91,433 miles
    Test number
    563590030205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,486 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    79,486 miles
    Test number
    870733235563
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail79,486 miles (+22,713)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,486 miles
    Test number
    570336778473
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass56,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,773 miles
    Test number
    477928935787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,773 miles (+11,639)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,773 miles
    Test number
    985751096800
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  16. Pass45,134 miles (+4,034)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,134 miles
    Test number
    655230472550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,100 miles
    Test number
    770762395190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail41,100 miles (+6,603)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,100 miles
    Test number
    529968594504
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high slightly (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass34,497 miles (+6,199)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    34,497 miles
    Test number
    179223863315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,298 miles (+34)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    28,298 miles
    Test number
    377464785191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Fail28,264 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,264 miles
    Test number
    669251385148
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about LB12 MLJ

Does LB12 MLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MLJ is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MLJ?
The MOT on LB12 MLJ is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 MLJ done?
LB12 MLJ was recorded at 130,531 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 9,216 miles a year.
Has LB12 MLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MLJ has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MLJ 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 MLJ find?
LB12 MLJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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