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White · Petrol · 2015 · 1,591 cc

LM65 VGLMOT history

LM65 VGL is a white petrol Kia Sportage first used on 29 Oct 2015. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 15 MOT tests, with 119,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

LM65 VGL white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
119,295 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
8 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM65 VGL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
29 Oct 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM65 VGL was last recorded at 119,295 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,262 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
10,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,295 miles
  • 2024 – 111,997 miles
  • 2023 – 105,436 miles
  • 2022 – 95,089 miles
  • 2021 – 79,435 miles
  • 2020 – 66,315 miles
  • 2019 – 53,087 miles
  • 2018 – 38,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,295 miles

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,295 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    119,295 miles
    Test number
    918228956149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail119,262 miles (+7,265)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,262 miles
    Test number
    983852242238
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  3. Pass111,997 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    111,997 miles
    Test number
    739557295871
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail111,996 miles (+6,560)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,996 miles
    Test number
    964935064202
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass105,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,436 miles
    Test number
    471698136605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail105,436 miles (+10,347)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,436 miles
    Test number
    967931025103
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass95,089 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    95,089 miles
    Test number
    844902518382
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail95,082 miles (+15,647)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,082 miles
    Test number
    821843987811
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  9. Pass79,435 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    79,435 miles
    Test number
    891643900752
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both front and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail79,435 miles (+13,120)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,435 miles
    Test number
    921478733303
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both front and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass66,315 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    66,315 miles
    Test number
    743449934838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Fail66,315 miles (+13,228)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,315 miles
    Test number
    962012619747
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass53,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    53,087 miles
    Test number
    606615811581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,087 miles (+14,373)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,087 miles
    Test number
    618656904243
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 0 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  15. Pass38,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    38,714 miles
    Test number
    797557897994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM65 VGL

Does LM65 VGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM65 VGL is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM65 VGL?
The MOT on LM65 VGL is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM65 VGL done?
LM65 VGL was recorded at 119,295 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 10,829 miles a year.
Has LM65 VGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM65 VGL has failed 7 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM65 VGL 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 VGL find?
LM65 VGL passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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