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Grey · Electric · 2021

LG21 VCUMOT history

LG21 VCU is a grey electric Kia Niro 3 EV first used on 10 Mar 2021. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 211,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2026.

LG21 VCU grey Kia Niro – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
211,079 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
38,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG21 VCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Niro 3 EV
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Electric
Year of manufacture
2021
First used
10 Mar 2021
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG21 VCU was last recorded at 211,079 miles on 20 Jun 2026, 1,273 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
209,806 miles · 10 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
1,273 miles
Average per year
38,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 211,079 miles
  • 2025 – 187,118 miles
  • 2024 – 144,823 miles
  • 2023 – 107,040 miles
  • 2022 – 68,935 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,079 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Mar 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    211,079 miles
    Test number
    563974635994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail211,079 miles (+1,273)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,079 miles
    Test number
    790634052934
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass209,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    209,806 miles
    Test number
    446795259847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail209,806 miles (+22,688)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,806 miles
    Test number
    105498911653
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass187,118 miles (+21,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    187,118 miles
    Test number
    571197907523
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass165,732 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    165,732 miles
    Test number
    369438791457
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge balding!! (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail165,732 miles (+20,909)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,732 miles
    Test number
    442128374980
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge balding!! (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass144,823 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    144,823 miles
    Test number
    208813663218
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding inside edge!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding inside edge!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding inside edge!! (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail144,823 miles (+22,444)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,823 miles
    Test number
    514727832144
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside edge also nail on tyre!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding inside edge!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding inside edge!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding inside edge!! (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass122,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    122,379 miles
    Test number
    646753541517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,379 miles (+2,356)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,379 miles
    Test number
    644048212632
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass120,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    120,023 miles
    Test number
    803555417899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail120,023 miles (+12,983)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,023 miles
    Test number
    321882835402
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  14. Pass107,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    107,040 miles
    Test number
    700243030946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,040 miles (+15,867)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,040 miles
    Test number
    496050432151
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  16. Pass91,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    91,173 miles
    Test number
    852761714616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail91,173 miles (+22,238)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,173 miles
    Test number
    766002048504
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  18. Pass68,935 miles (+24,347)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,935 miles
    Test number
    786776218020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    44,588 miles
    Test number
    969742637160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,588 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,588 miles
    Test number
    651549617505
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LG21 VCU

Does LG21 VCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG21 VCU is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG21 VCU?
The MOT on LG21 VCU is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG21 VCU done?
LG21 VCU was recorded at 211,079 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2026, an average of 38,684 miles a year.
Has LG21 VCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG21 VCU has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LG21 VCU 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 LG21 VCU find?
LG21 VCU passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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