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Brown · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LB12 RZUMOT history

LB12 RZU is a brown diesel Kia Sportage first used on 11 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 148,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2026
Mileage
148,097 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 RZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
11 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB12 RZU was last recorded at 148,097 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 7,628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,469 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,628 miles
Average per year
9,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,097 miles
  • 2025 – 140,469 miles
  • 2024 – 129,399 miles
  • 2023 – 115,459 miles
  • 2022 – 98,307 miles
  • 2021 – 90,141 miles
  • 2020 – 87,670 miles
  • 2019 – 80,087 miles
  • 2018 – 69,169 miles
  • 2017 – 59,582 miles
  • 2016 – 51,469 miles
  • 2015 – 36,288 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail148,097 miles
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside DRL Not workingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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 Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail148,097 miles (+7,628)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,097 miles
    Test number
    429653406661
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside DRL Not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass140,469 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    140,469 miles
    Test number
    728254240268
    • AdvisoryOffside DRL Not working

  3. Fail140,460 miles (+11,061)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,460 miles
    Test number
    340108893891
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside DRL Not working

  4. Pass129,399 miles (+13,940)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    129,399 miles
    Test number
    399446965061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front DRL Not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,459 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,459 miles
    Test number
    155949743643
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail115,459 miles (+17,152)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,459 miles
    Test number
    554550178651
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass98,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    98,307 miles
    Test number
    732310056038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,307 miles (+8,166)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,307 miles
    Test number
    200191860447
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass90,141 miles (+2,471)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    90,141 miles
    Test number
    521994394633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    87,670 miles
    Test number
    829456049830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail87,670 miles (+7,583)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,670 miles
    Test number
    550240133902
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick outer pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn disc has heat damage (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding wheel binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass80,087 miles (+10,918)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,087 miles
    Test number
    338892653654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,169 miles (+9,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    69,169 miles
    Test number
    250049392075
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres have small cracks in the tread grooves.

  14. Pass59,582 miles (+8,113)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    59,582 miles
    Test number
    977173744616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,469 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    51,469 miles
    Test number
    289064229235
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded inside

  16. Fail51,469 miles (+15,181)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,469 miles
    Test number
    764901330258
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded inside

  17. Pass36,288 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,288 miles
    Test number
    956179585115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB12 RZU

Does LB12 RZU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB12 RZU expired on 19 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB12 RZU?
The MOT on LB12 RZU expired on 19 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB12 RZU done?
LB12 RZU was recorded at 148,097 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 9,987 miles a year.
Has LB12 RZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 RZU has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 RZU 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 RZU find?
LB12 RZU failed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 7 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside parking brake inoperative on one side; nearside rear service brake excessively binding; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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