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White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

LM16 LWXMOT history

LM16 LWX is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 20 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 105,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

LM16 LWX white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
105,458 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 LWX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
20 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 LWX was last recorded at 105,458 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 14,650 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,808 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
14,650 miles
Average per year
10,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,458 miles
  • 2025 – 90,808 miles
  • 2024 – 83,208 miles
  • 2023 – 71,466 miles
  • 2022 – 58,777 miles
  • 2021 – 49,290 miles
  • 2020 – 43,358 miles
  • 2019 – 34,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,458 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Undertrays fitted concealing testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Park Brake/Handbrake Travel Is Slightly High/Long On The Lever

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre Is Perished/Cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre Is Perished/Cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Under Tray Fitted Covering/Concealing Testable Items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,458 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    105,458 miles
    Test number
    114106242410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail105,458 miles (+14,650)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,458 miles
    Test number
    417470000852
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass90,808 miles (+7,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    90,808 miles
    Test number
    438378634460
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass83,208 miles (+11,742)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    83,208 miles
    Test number
    454555044769
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play nsf lower, has very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever travel high
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted concealing testable items

  5. Pass71,466 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,466 miles
    Test number
    351556419696
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective drivers front smearing the screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted concealing testable items

  6. Fail71,466 miles (+12,689)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,466 miles
    Test number
    963613124236
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective drivers front smearing the screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brak imbalance
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted concealing testable items

  7. Pass58,777 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    58,777 miles
    Test number
    432858120856
    • AdvisoryFront Park Brake/Handbrake Travel Is Slightly High/Long On The Lever
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre Is Perished/Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre Is Perished/Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder Tray Fitted Covering/Concealing Testable Items

  8. Fail58,757 miles (+9,467)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,757 miles
    Test number
    240304902712
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Park Brake/Handbrake Travel Is Slightly High/Long On The Lever
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre Is Perished/Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre Is Perished/Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder Tray Fitted Covering/Concealing Testable Items

  9. Pass49,290 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    49,290 miles
    Test number
    312643429709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,273 miles (+5,915)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,273 miles
    Test number
    305184095890
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin around 2/3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass43,358 miles (+8,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    43,358 miles
    Test number
    477054888544
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass34,813 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    34,813 miles
    Test number
    430354347904
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about LM16 LWX

Does LM16 LWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 LWX is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 LWX?
The MOT on LM16 LWX is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 LWX done?
LM16 LWX was recorded at 105,458 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 10,235 miles a year.
Has LM16 LWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 LWX has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM16 LWX 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 LM16 LWX find?
LM16 LWX passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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