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Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,991 cc

LB56 KWVMOT history

LB56 KWV is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 80,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2025
Mileage
80,617 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 KWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 KWV was last recorded at 80,617 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 6,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,769 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,848 miles
Average per year
4,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,617 miles
  • 2024 – 73,769 miles
  • 2023 – 66,358 miles
  • 2022 – 60,551 miles
  • 2021 – 57,324 miles
  • 2020 – 54,069 miles
  • 2019 – 49,216 miles
  • 2018 – 44,804 miles
  • 2017 – 42,479 miles
  • 2016 – 38,863 miles
  • 2015 – 37,067 miles
  • 2014 – 35,186 miles
  • 2013 – 33,420 miles
  • 2012 – 29,812 miles
  • 2011 – 24,534 miles
  • 2010 – 17,229 miles
  • 2009 – 10,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail80,617 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting fractured Top mount corroded / broken. Marked in yellow chalk. (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Floor hole marked in yellow chalk. (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Multiple holes Marked in yellow chalk. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Hole marked in yellow chalk. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Holes marked in yellow chalk. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very Low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside & Offside. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail80,617 miles (+6,848)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,617 miles
    Test number
    403952354856
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting fractured Top mount corroded / broken. Marked in yellow chalk. (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Floor hole marked in yellow chalk. (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Multiple holes Marked in yellow chalk. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Hole marked in yellow chalk. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Holes marked in yellow chalk. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very Low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside & Offside. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass73,769 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    73,769 miles
    Test number
    597773402873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail73,763 miles (+7,405)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,763 miles
    Test number
    827187135455
    • DangerousBrake test not carried out due to leak.
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass66,358 miles (+163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    66,358 miles
    Test number
    978381036557
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail66,195 miles (+5,644)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,195 miles
    Test number
    434266717549
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass60,551 miles (+3,227)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    60,551 miles
    Test number
    945957430048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass57,324 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    57,324 miles
    Test number
    392378177151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,069 miles (+4,853)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    54,069 miles
    Test number
    874326058098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,216 miles (+4,412)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,216 miles
    Test number
    567030249927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,804 miles (+2,325)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    44,804 miles
    Test number
    997106059943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,479 miles (+3,616)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    42,479 miles
    Test number
    540898135618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,863 miles (+1,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    38,863 miles
    Test number
    547361667021
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass37,067 miles (+1,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    37,067 miles
    Test number
    614310522576
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass35,186 miles (+1,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    35,186 miles
    Test number
    509070744372
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass33,420 miles (+3,608)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    33,420 miles
    Test number
    449881743389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,812 miles (+36)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    29,812 miles
    Test number
    945058932337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perishing

  17. Fail29,776 miles (+5,242)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,776 miles
    Test number
    759534132313
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perishing

  18. Pass24,534 miles (+7,305)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    24,534 miles
    Test number
    457785501347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deteriorating
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn edges

  19. Pass17,229 miles (+174)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    17,229 miles
    Test number
    582247700320
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail17,055 miles (+6,564)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,055 miles
    Test number
    221979490232
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass10,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    10,491 miles
    Test number
    974081889251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 KWV

Does LB56 KWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 KWV expired on 14 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 KWV?
The MOT on LB56 KWV expired on 14 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 KWV done?
LB56 KWV was recorded at 80,617 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 4,336 miles a year.
Has LB56 KWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 KWV has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 KWV 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 LB56 KWV find?
LB56 KWV failed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside front upper macpherson strut mounting fractured top mount corroded / broken. marked in yellow chalk.; nearside front inner integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced floor hole marked in yellow chalk.; nearside front position lamp not working, and 11 more.

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