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Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LB12 MXRMOT history

LB12 MXR is a blue diesel Kia Sportage first used on 5 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 123,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
123,032 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MXR was last recorded at 123,032 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 7,843 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,189 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,843 miles
Average per year
7,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,032 miles
  • 2025 – 115,189 miles
  • 2024 – 111,994 miles
  • 2023 – 108,092 miles
  • 2022 – 103,884 miles
  • 2021 – 99,561 miles
  • 2020 – 95,664 miles
  • 2019 – 78,533 miles
  • 2018 – 65,737 miles
  • 2017 – 52,101 miles
  • 2016 – 44,108 miles
  • 2015 – 35,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,032 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Headlight has condensation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front day time running not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,032 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    123,032 miles
    Test number
    898693228377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail123,032 miles (+7,843)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,032 miles
    Test number
    740659870286
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass115,189 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    115,189 miles
    Test number
    861627070490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlight has condensation
    • AdvisoryNearside Front day time running not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail115,188 miles (+3,194)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,188 miles
    Test number
    985208007047
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlight has condensation
    • AdvisoryNearside Front day time running not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass111,994 miles (+3,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    111,994 miles
    Test number
    665424061284
    • AdvisoryHeadlights have condensation in ok at present
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass108,092 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    108,092 miles
    Test number
    332805526952
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail108,092 miles (+4,208)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,092 miles
    Test number
    285731108166
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass103,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    103,884 miles
    Test number
    813467841833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail103,884 miles (+4,323)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,884 miles
    Test number
    663550311332
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass99,561 miles (+3,897)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,561 miles
    Test number
    472376853638
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass95,664 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,664 miles
    Test number
    856235717503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,635 miles (+17,102)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,635 miles
    Test number
    679189274238
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner rack end slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner rack end slight play

  13. Pass78,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    78,533 miles
    Test number
    750076634000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,533 miles (+12,796)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,533 miles
    Test number
    725472752111
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass65,737 miles (+13,636)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    65,737 miles
    Test number
    195910783474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,101 miles (+7,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    52,101 miles
    Test number
    924880139565
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are cracking in tread

  17. Pass44,108 miles (+8,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,108 miles
    Test number
    665765593941
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass35,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,383 miles
    Test number
    959340485117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 MXR

Does LB12 MXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MXR is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MXR?
The MOT on LB12 MXR is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 MXR done?
LB12 MXR was recorded at 123,032 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 7,850 miles a year.
Has LB12 MXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MXR has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MXR 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 MXR find?
LB12 MXR passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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