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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,975 cc

LB55 NGUMOT history

LB55 NGU is a black petrol Kia Sportage first used on 23 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 87,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2026
Mileage
87,933 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 NGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,975 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 NGU was last recorded at 87,933 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 4,019 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,914 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,019 miles
Average per year
4,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,933 miles
  • 2024 – 83,914 miles
  • 2023 – 78,071 miles
  • 2022 – 71,266 miles
  • 2021 – 66,312 miles
  • 2020 – 63,197 miles
  • 2019 – 61,510 miles
  • 2018 – 58,872 miles
  • 2017 – 54,429 miles
  • 2016 – 48,052 miles
  • 2015 – 41,742 miles
  • 2014 – 38,121 miles
  • 2013 – 34,436 miles
  • 2012 – 30,415 miles
  • 2011 – 27,116 miles
  • 2010 – 24,802 miles
  • 2009 – 20,907 miles
  • 2008 – 15,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,933 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner and outer both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,933 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    87,933 miles
    Test number
    232774186291
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner and outer both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  2. Fail87,933 miles (+4,019)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,933 miles
    Test number
    149521331982
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner and outer both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  3. Pass83,914 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    83,914 miles
    Test number
    701422883870
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail83,914 miles (+5,843)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,914 miles
    Test number
    659854031649
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass78,071 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,071 miles
    Test number
    901719580697
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail78,071 miles (+6,805)1 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,071 miles
    Test number
    418904825560
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass71,266 miles (+4,954)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    71,266 miles
    Test number
    191868357347
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  8. Pass66,312 miles (+3,115)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,312 miles
    Test number
    566867944333
    • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  9. Pass63,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,197 miles
    Test number
    541978667991
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail63,197 miles (+1,687)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,197 miles
    Test number
    502443263834
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass61,510 miles (+2,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,510 miles
    Test number
    192100395631
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  12. Pass58,872 miles (+4,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    58,872 miles
    Test number
    946254603281
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass54,429 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    54,429 miles
    Test number
    289325164853
    • AdvisoryCentral Front exhaust flexi pipe broken/ damaged but no leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  14. Fail54,429 miles (+6,377)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,429 miles
    Test number
    482207301739
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front exhaust flexi pipe broken/ damaged but no leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel hand brake too high (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass48,052 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    48,052 miles
    Test number
    146793112699
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail48,052 miles (+6,310)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,052 miles
    Test number
    837492038110
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass41,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    41,742 miles
    Test number
    785991462454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,742 miles (+3,621)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,742 miles
    Test number
    864009085437
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass38,121 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    38,121 miles
    Test number
    435548514339
    • 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)

  20. Fail38,121 miles (+3,685)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,121 miles
    Test number
    336678114373
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  21. Pass34,436 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,436 miles
    Test number
    635036723371
    • 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)

  22. Fail34,436 miles (+4,021)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,436 miles
    Test number
    769126723320
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  23. Fail30,415 miles3 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,415 miles
    Test number
    215428012313
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass30,415 miles (+3,299)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,415 miles
    Test number
    349308312353
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass27,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    27,116 miles
    Test number
    286241111316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,116 miles (+2,314)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,116 miles
    Test number
    429311711441
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Fail24,802 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,802 miles
    Test number
    404805310434
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass24,802 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    24,802 miles
    Test number
    674685610359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass20,907 miles (+4,974)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    20,907 miles
    Test number
    411851939432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass15,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    15,933 miles
    Test number
    614896418311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail15,929 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,929 miles
    Test number
    602786018363
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB55 NGU

Does LB55 NGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 NGU is valid until 25 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB55 NGU?
The MOT on LB55 NGU is valid until 25 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 NGU done?
LB55 NGU was recorded at 87,933 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 4,248 miles a year.
Has LB55 NGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 NGU has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 NGU 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 LB55 NGU find?
LB55 NGU passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 4 more.

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