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Kia Sportage

White · Petrol · 2015 · 1,591 cc

M5 LVUMOT history

M5 LVU is a white petrol Kia Sportage first used on 30 Jun 2015. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 73,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

M5 LVU white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
73,721 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 LVU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Jun 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 LVU was last recorded at 73,721 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 5,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
67,978 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,743 miles
Average per year
5,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,721 miles
  • 2025 – 67,978 miles
  • 2024 – 63,296 miles
  • 2023 – 58,142 miles
  • 2022 – 53,459 miles
  • 2021 – 47,571 miles
  • 2020 – 42,930 miles
  • 2019 – 38,385 miles
  • 2018 – 31,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,721 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 18 Jun 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,721 miles (+5,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    73,721 miles
    Test number
    848953336816
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass67,978 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    67,978 miles
    Test number
    935271158887
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  3. Fail67,978 miles (+4,682)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,978 miles
    Test number
    242925415691
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/60 17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid n/s jet (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  4. Pass63,296 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    63,296 miles
    Test number
    544127725584
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Fail63,295 miles (+5,153)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,295 miles
    Test number
    519565406540
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass58,142 miles (+4,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    58,142 miles
    Test number
    606437995001
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass53,459 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    53,459 miles
    Test number
    289147342840
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Fail53,459 miles (+5,888)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,459 miles
    Test number
    727192976248
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam h/lamp aim rechecked (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass47,571 miles (+4,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    47,571 miles
    Test number
    902898000770
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass42,930 miles (+4,545)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    42,930 miles
    Test number
    792949708485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,385 miles (+6,837)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    38,385 miles
    Test number
    626013942098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,548 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    31,548 miles
    Test number
    959111591872
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  13. Fail31,548 miles2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,548 miles
    Test number
    199618382874
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about M5 LVU

Does M5 LVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 LVU is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 LVU?
The MOT on M5 LVU is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 LVU done?
M5 LVU was recorded at 73,721 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 5,277 miles a year.
Has M5 LVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 LVU has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on M5 LVU 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 M5 LVU find?
M5 LVU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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