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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LP12 ENXMOT history

LP12 ENX is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 19 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 115,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

LP12 ENX silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
115,035 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 ENX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 ENX was last recorded at 115,035 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 2,109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,926 miles · 24 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,109 miles
Average per year
7,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,035 miles
  • 2024 – 112,926 miles
  • 2023 – 105,996 miles
  • 2022 – 97,423 miles
  • 2021 – 89,238 miles
  • 2020 – 80,550 miles
  • 2019 – 72,920 miles
  • 2018 – 66,060 miles
  • 2017 – 56,360 miles
  • 2016 – 46,178 miles
  • 2015 – 36,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,035 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective ingress of water (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective ingress of water (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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, 2022–2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Light unit has ingress of water.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,035 miles (+2,109)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    115,035 miles
    Test number
    242104642915
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective ingress of water (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective ingress of water (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Pass112,926 miles (+75)4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    112,926 miles
    Test number
    460462430283
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Light unit has ingress of water. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Light unit has ingress of water. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Reading of 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail112,851 miles (+5,074)2 major4 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,851 miles
    Test number
    438539595371
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear mounting bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear mounting bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Light unit has ingress of water. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Light unit has ingress of water. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front mounting bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Reading of 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front mounting bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass107,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    107,777 miles
    Test number
    477683074282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail107,777 miles (+1,781)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,777 miles
    Test number
    696663010490
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass105,996 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    105,996 miles
    Test number
    647187720985
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers split at ends
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Fail105,996 miles (+8,573)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,996 miles
    Test number
    342298266705
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers split at ends
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Pass97,423 miles (+8,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    97,423 miles
    Test number
    506289257927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass89,238 miles (+8,688)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    89,238 miles
    Test number
    254460428759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,550 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,550 miles
    Test number
    641530060027
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre 2mm
    • AdvisoryRear tyre treads cracking
  11. Fail80,530 miles (+7,610)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,530 miles
    Test number
    768823939872
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre 2mm
    • AdvisoryRear tyre treads cracking
  12. Pass72,920 miles (+6,860)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    72,920 miles
    Test number
    565561872128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,060 miles (+9,700)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,060 miles
    Test number
    829527908619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,360 miles (+10,182)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    56,360 miles
    Test number
    100969711619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,178 miles (+9,806)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    46,178 miles
    Test number
    356275088778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,372 miles (+1,541)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,372 miles
    Test number
    546419777279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,831 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,831 miles
    Test number
    206089755154
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LP12 ENX

Does LP12 ENX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 ENX is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 ENX?
The MOT on LP12 ENX is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 ENX done?
LP12 ENX was recorded at 115,035 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 7,637 miles a year.
Has LP12 ENX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 ENX has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LP12 ENX 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 LP12 ENX find?
LP12 ENX passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective ingress of water; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective ingress of water; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 2 more.

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