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White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,685 cc

LM65 KBUMOT history

LM65 KBU is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 26 Oct 2015. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 107,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

LM65 KBU white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
107,064 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,839 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM65 KBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
26 Oct 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM65 KBU was last recorded at 107,064 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 9,303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,761 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,303 miles
Average per year
8,839 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,064 miles
  • 2024 – 97,761 miles
  • 2023 – 89,439 miles
  • 2022 – 80,430 miles
  • 2021 – 70,214 miles
  • 2020 – 63,139 miles
  • 2019 – 54,557 miles
  • 2018 – 45,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,064 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 5 Dec 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,064 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    107,064 miles
    Test number
    846994720764
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Fail107,064 miles (+9,303)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,064 miles
    Test number
    943133805455
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  3. Pass97,761 miles (+8,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    97,761 miles
    Test number
    399766229663
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  4. Pass89,439 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    89,439 miles
    Test number
    983390866471
    • 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))
  5. Fail89,439 miles (+9,009)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,439 miles
    Test number
    199620162565
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  6. Pass80,430 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    80,430 miles
    Test number
    337257805956
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail80,430 miles (+10,216)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,430 miles
    Test number
    918405350133
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass70,214 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    70,214 miles
    Test number
    737321422058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Fail70,214 miles (+7,075)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,214 miles
    Test number
    506427136066
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass63,139 miles (+8,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    63,139 miles
    Test number
    146614411149
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass54,557 miles (+9,297)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,557 miles
    Test number
    536670378751
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass45,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    45,260 miles
    Test number
    641520992439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM65 KBU

Does LM65 KBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM65 KBU is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM65 KBU?
The MOT on LM65 KBU is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM65 KBU done?
LM65 KBU was recorded at 107,064 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 8,839 miles a year.
Has LM65 KBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM65 KBU has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LM65 KBU 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 LM65 KBU find?
LM65 KBU passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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