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Grey · Petrol · 2018 · 1,591 cc

LB18 VMZMOT history

LB18 VMZ is a grey petrol Kia Sportage first used on 25 Aug 2018. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 39,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
39,781 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB18 VMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
25 Aug 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB18 VMZ was last recorded at 39,781 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,755 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
5,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,781 miles
  • 2025 – 39,755 miles
  • 2024 – 35,928 miles
  • 2023 – 26,773 miles
  • 2022 – 23,325 miles
  • 2021 – 14,978 miles
  • 2020 – 9,667 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,781 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Both sides Brake Discs Lipped

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 1 Oct 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,781 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    39,781 miles
    Test number
    903392635187
    • AdvisoryFront Both sides Brake Discs Lipped

  2. Fail39,781 miles (+26)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,781 miles
    Test number
    922084277513
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Both sides Brake Discs Lipped

  3. Fail39,755 miles (+3,827)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,755 miles
    Test number
    184439412150
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass35,928 miles (+9,155)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    35,928 miles
    Test number
    360750457887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass26,773 miles (+3,448)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    26,773 miles
    Test number
    271751603686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass23,325 miles (+8,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    23,325 miles
    Test number
    786102522241
    • 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))

  7. Pass14,978 miles (+5,311)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    14,978 miles
    Test number
    448889875362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass9,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    9,667 miles
    Test number
    289388279079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB18 VMZ

Does LB18 VMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB18 VMZ is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB18 VMZ?
The MOT on LB18 VMZ is valid until 22 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 VMZ done?
LB18 VMZ was recorded at 39,781 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 5,670 miles a year.
Has LB18 VMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB18 VMZ has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB18 VMZ 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 VMZ find?
LB18 VMZ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: front both sides brake discs lipped.

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