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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

LB65 VFMMOT history

LB65 VFM is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 31 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 105,285 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
105,285 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,687 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB65 VFM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB65 VFM was last recorded at 105,285 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 2,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
102,935 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,350 miles
Average per year
6,687 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,285 miles
  • 2025 – 102,935 miles
  • 2024 – 100,010 miles
  • 2023 – 97,409 miles
  • 2022 – 92,570 miles
  • 2021 – 88,690 miles
  • 2020 – 67,033 miles
  • 2019 – 53,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,285 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 15 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,285 miles (+2,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    105,285 miles
    Test number
    859329085465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass102,935 miles (+2,925)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    102,935 miles
    Test number
    123640067355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass100,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    100,010 miles
    Test number
    962853754067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,010 miles (+2,601)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,010 miles
    Test number
    845775743844
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass97,409 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    97,409 miles
    Test number
    667305214749
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Fail97,409 miles (+4,839)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,409 miles
    Test number
    821048690297
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  7. Pass92,570 miles (+3,880)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,570 miles
    Test number
    112256323205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,690 miles (+7,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    88,690 miles
    Test number
    882767818418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass80,871 miles (+13,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    80,871 miles
    Test number
    505417121323
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin looking very low through wheels (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass67,033 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,033 miles
    Test number
    331666970306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOff side front turning light innop
  11. Fail67,028 miles (+13,060)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,028 miles
    Test number
    783190135717
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wipers split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOff side front turning light innop
  12. Pass53,968 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    53,968 miles
    Test number
    846942459188
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about LB65 VFM

Does LB65 VFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB65 VFM is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB65 VFM?
The MOT on LB65 VFM is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB65 VFM done?
LB65 VFM was recorded at 105,285 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 6,687 miles a year.
Has LB65 VFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB65 VFM has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB65 VFM 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 LB65 VFM find?
LB65 VFM passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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