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Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,591 cc

LB12 MTUMOT history

LB12 MTU is a black petrol Kia Venga first used on 2 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 78,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
78,711 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Venga
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MTU was last recorded at 78,711 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 3,823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,888 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,823 miles
Average per year
4,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,711 miles
  • 2025 – 74,888 miles
  • 2024 – 70,192 miles
  • 2023 – 66,952 miles
  • 2022 – 64,251 miles
  • 2021 – 61,071 miles
  • 2020 – 58,915 miles
  • 2019 – 54,451 miles
  • 2018 – 49,075 miles
  • 2017 – 45,536 miles
  • 2016 – 39,728 miles
  • 2015 – 27,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,711 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    78,711 miles
    Test number
    295366818293
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail78,711 miles (+3,823)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,711 miles
    Test number
    473748600777
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass74,888 miles (+42)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    74,888 miles
    Test number
    112943076056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail74,846 miles (+4,654)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,846 miles
    Test number
    181219135825
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass70,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    70,192 miles
    Test number
    440680368942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail70,189 miles (+3,237)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,189 miles
    Test number
    171040123030
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both inop (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass66,952 miles (+2,701)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    66,952 miles
    Test number
    508463515708
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing/cracking outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside axle mount areas slight corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,251 miles (+3,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    64,251 miles
    Test number
    797048247864
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass61,071 miles (+2,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    61,071 miles
    Test number
    182331653024
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass58,915 miles (+4,464)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    58,915 miles
    Test number
    977719616968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,451 miles (+5,376)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,451 miles
    Test number
    982482207503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,075 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    49,075 miles
    Test number
    939915012344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    45,536 miles
    Test number
    817208831875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,536 miles (+5,808)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,536 miles
    Test number
    855017485434
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass39,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    39,728 miles
    Test number
    555924088664
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail39,728 miles (+11,772)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,728 miles
    Test number
    853039988690
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass27,956 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    27,956 miles
    Test number
    928876775102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,875 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,875 miles
    Test number
    197425575179
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres slightly deteriated
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect brakes through wheels

Questions about LB12 MTU

Does LB12 MTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MTU is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MTU?
The MOT on LB12 MTU is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 MTU done?
LB12 MTU was recorded at 78,711 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 4,632 miles a year.
Has LB12 MTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MTU has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MTU 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 MTU find?
LB12 MTU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear exhaust mounting defective.

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