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Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,685 cc

LM61 EOUMOT history

LM61 EOU is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 109,222 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

LM61 EOU silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
109,222 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 EOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 EOU was last recorded at 109,222 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,218 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,222 miles
  • 2024 – 101,848 miles
  • 2023 – 93,901 miles
  • 2022 – 86,341 miles
  • 2021 – 77,865 miles
  • 2020 – 71,058 miles
  • 2019 – 66,687 miles
  • 2018 – 58,278 miles
  • 2017 – 51,787 miles
  • 2016 – 43,747 miles
  • 2015 – 35,612 miles
  • 2014 – 26,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,222 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,222 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    109,222 miles
    Test number
    955337802183
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail109,218 miles (+7,370)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,218 miles
    Test number
    759967642302
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass101,848 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    101,848 miles
    Test number
    254144226433
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail101,844 miles (+7,943)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,844 miles
    Test number
    101384238044
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass93,901 miles (+55)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    93,901 miles
    Test number
    657571988165
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail93,846 miles (+7,505)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,846 miles
    Test number
    543154596600
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass86,341 miles (+8,476)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    86,341 miles
    Test number
    808845724848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,865 miles (+6,807)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    77,865 miles
    Test number
    413220324407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass71,058 miles (+4,371)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    71,058 miles
    Test number
    334176840770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,687 miles
    Test number
    313581797583
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Fail66,687 miles (+8,409)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,687 miles
    Test number
    751726819846
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass58,278 miles (+6,491)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    58,278 miles
    Test number
    810180587152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass51,787 miles (+8,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    51,787 miles
    Test number
    843094503635
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass43,747 miles (+8,135)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    43,747 miles
    Test number
    496847600772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,612 miles (+8,614)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    35,612 miles
    Test number
    619843209358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass26,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    26,998 miles
    Test number
    557485314387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 EOU

Does LM61 EOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 EOU is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM61 EOU?
The MOT on LM61 EOU is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 EOU done?
LM61 EOU was recorded at 109,222 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 7,406 miles a year.
Has LM61 EOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 EOU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 EOU 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 LM61 EOU find?
LM61 EOU passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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