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Silver · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LC18 OFUMOT history

LC18 OFU is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 4 Jun 2018. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 6 of 11 MOT tests, with 146,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

LC18 OFU silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
146,645 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
11
6 passed · 5 failed
Per year
13,932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC18 OFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
4 Jun 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC18 OFU was last recorded at 146,645 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,645 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
13,932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,645 miles
  • 2025 – 134,600 miles
  • 2024 – 123,028 miles
  • 2023 – 114,756 miles
  • 2022 – 102,195 miles
  • 2021 – 75,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,645 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 28 May 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,645 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    146,645 miles
    Test number
    779928046202
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail146,645 miles (+12,045)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,645 miles
    Test number
    353940374729
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side very low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective torn and slight smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective torn and slight smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,600 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    134,600 miles
    Test number
    769207774830
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area
    • AdvisoryRear headrests removed

  4. Fail134,600 miles (+11,572)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,600 miles
    Test number
    979729616617
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area
    • AdvisoryRear headrests removed

  5. Pass123,028 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    123,028 miles
    Test number
    918880889861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail123,028 miles (+8,272)1 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,028 miles
    Test number
    324373051051
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,756 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    114,756 miles
    Test number
    356500564817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail114,756 miles (+12,561)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,756 miles
    Test number
    740627039752
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass102,195 miles (+27,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    102,195 miles
    Test number
    102926028785
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer jet inop n\s\f o\s\f provides enough fluid to clear screen

  10. Pass75,162 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    75,162 miles
    Test number
    455740294325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail75,162 miles2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,162 miles
    Test number
    543773002672
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LC18 OFU

Does LC18 OFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC18 OFU is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC18 OFU?
The MOT on LC18 OFU is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC18 OFU done?
LC18 OFU was recorded at 146,645 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 13,932 miles a year.
Has LC18 OFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC18 OFU has failed 5 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LC18 OFU 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 LC18 OFU find?
LC18 OFU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, and 1 more.

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