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Kia Niro

Grey · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2018 · 1,580 cc

LB18 ELCMOT history

LB18 ELC is a grey hybrid electric (clean) Kia Niro first used on 2 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 74,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
74,671 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB18 ELC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Niro
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,580 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
2 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB18 ELC was last recorded at 74,671 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 11,628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
63,043 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,628 miles
Average per year
7,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,671 miles
  • 2025 – 63,043 miles
  • 2024 – 62,807 miles
  • 2023 – 55,406 miles
  • 2022 – 47,905 miles
  • 2021 – 40,565 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,671 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 25 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,671 miles (+11,628)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    74,671 miles
    Test number
    675115303771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass63,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    63,043 miles
    Test number
    524520717067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail63,042 miles (+235)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,042 miles
    Test number
    140272183460
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick offside & nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass62,807 miles (+7,401)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    62,807 miles
    Test number
    739573826778
    • MinorNearside Front Daytime running lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Front fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strong advisory 0.2 mm above legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass55,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    55,406 miles
    Test number
    104075908316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail55,406 miles (+7,501)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,406 miles
    Test number
    355107638228
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed In damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end lock nut insecure (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end lock nut insecure (2.1.3 (d))
  7. Pass47,905 miles (+7,340)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    47,905 miles
    Test number
    182830092166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,565 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    40,565 miles
    Test number
    819425443648
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

Questions about LB18 ELC

Does LB18 ELC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB18 ELC is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB18 ELC?
The MOT on LB18 ELC is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB18 ELC done?
LB18 ELC was recorded at 74,671 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 7,509 miles a year.
Has LB18 ELC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB18 ELC has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB18 ELC 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 LB18 ELC find?
LB18 ELC passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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