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Kia Niro 3 EV

Black · Electric · 2021

LB71 SZUMOT history

LB71 SZU is a black electric Kia Niro 3 EV first used on 9 Dec 2021. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 120,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
120,310 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
31,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB71 SZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Niro 3 EV
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Electric
Year of manufacture
2021
First used
9 Dec 2021
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB71 SZU was last recorded at 120,310 miles on 19 May 2026, 12,917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
107,393 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
12,917 miles
Average per year
31,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,310 miles
  • 2025 – 107,393 miles
  • 2024 – 82,715 miles
  • 2023 – 56,589 miles
  • 2022 – 12,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,310 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 6 Dec 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,310 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    120,310 miles
    Test number
    346542449946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Fail120,291 miles (+12,898)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,291 miles
    Test number
    405798221390
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass107,393 miles (+13,675)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    107,393 miles
    Test number
    909155057843
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  4. Pass93,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    93,718 miles
    Test number
    338018206605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail93,713 miles (+10,998)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,713 miles
    Test number
    103754132767
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass82,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    82,715 miles
    Test number
    414306680727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,715 miles (+1,402)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,715 miles
    Test number
    490292918006
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  8. Pass81,313 miles (+12,233)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    81,313 miles
    Test number
    163004164416
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  9. Pass69,080 miles (+12,491)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    69,080 miles
    Test number
    879036849581
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  10. Pass56,589 miles (+17,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    56,589 miles
    Test number
    993838678111
    • 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))
  11. Pass39,365 miles (+26,732)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    39,365 miles
    Test number
    818269546746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass12,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    12,633 miles
    Test number
    910668222848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB71 SZU

Does LB71 SZU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB71 SZU is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB71 SZU?
The MOT on LB71 SZU is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB71 SZU done?
LB71 SZU was recorded at 120,310 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 31,214 miles a year.
Has LB71 SZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB71 SZU has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB71 SZU 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 LB71 SZU find?
LB71 SZU passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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