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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LB12 OLJMOT history

LB12 OLJ is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 25 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 159,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
159,934 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 OLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 OLJ was last recorded at 159,934 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 10,552 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,382 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,552 miles
Average per year
11,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,934 miles
  • 2024 – 149,382 miles
  • 2023 – 131,959 miles
  • 2022 – 114,066 miles
  • 2021 – 109,116 miles
  • 2020 – 108,146 miles
  • 2019 – 101,431 miles
  • 2018 – 91,851 miles
  • 2017 – 76,611 miles
  • 2016 – 62,734 miles
  • 2015 – 44,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,934 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE WEARING BADLY ON INNER EDGE CLOSE TO CORDS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE ON 1.6 MM

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear BOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,934 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    159,934 miles
    Test number
    617587228194
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail159,934 miles (+10,552)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,934 miles
    Test number
    389825330306
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass149,382 miles (+17,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    149,382 miles
    Test number
    575174294170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass131,959 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    131,959 miles
    Test number
    644686579274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail131,954 miles (+17,888)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,954 miles
    Test number
    887797822749
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass114,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    114,066 miles
    Test number
    362764925424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail114,066 miles (+4,950)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,066 miles
    Test number
    997939399164
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass109,116 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    109,116 miles
    Test number
    802745971595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail109,109 miles (+963)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,109 miles
    Test number
    417119268771
    • MajorEmissions not tested Excessive engine rattle/knocking (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass108,146 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    108,146 miles
    Test number
    351454955975
    • 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 TYRE WEARING BADLY ON INNER EDGE CLOSE TO CORDS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE ON 1.6 MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear BOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS

  11. Fail108,146 miles (+6,715)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,146 miles
    Test number
    508792918627
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 TYRE WEARING BADLY ON INNER EDGE CLOSE TO CORDS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE ON 1.6 MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear BOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS

  12. Pass101,431 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,431 miles
    Test number
    986809925381
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective x2 (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail101,431 miles (+9,580)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,431 miles
    Test number
    754595146266
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam AIM NOT TESTED (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam AIM NOT TESTED (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective x2 (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass91,851 miles (+15,240)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,851 miles
    Test number
    476491703133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass76,611 miles (+13,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,611 miles
    Test number
    952530584739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass62,734 miles (+18,237)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,734 miles
    Test number
    462355386156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,497 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,497 miles
    Test number
    367368195170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB12 OLJ

Does LB12 OLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 OLJ is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB12 OLJ?
The MOT on LB12 OLJ is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 OLJ done?
LB12 OLJ was recorded at 159,934 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 11,078 miles a year.
Has LB12 OLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 OLJ has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 OLJ 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 OLJ find?
LB12 OLJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides, and 1 more.

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