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Kia Sportage

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,656 cc

L11 BYMMOT history

L11 BYM is a silver petrol Kia Sportage first used on 27 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 144,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

L11 BYM silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
144,087 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 BYM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,656 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 BYM was last recorded at 144,087 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 5,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,707 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,380 miles
Average per year
6,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,087 miles
  • 2025 – 138,707 miles
  • 2024 – 133,871 miles
  • 2023 – 131,478 miles
  • 2022 – 118,010 miles
  • 2021 – 116,074 miles
  • 2020 – 115,301 miles
  • 2019 – 109,385 miles
  • 2018 – 100,172 miles
  • 2017 – 94,684 miles
  • 2016 – 87,290 miles
  • 2015 – 82,595 miles
  • 2014 – 76,266 miles
  • 2013 – 68,581 miles
  • 2012 – 61,543 miles
  • 2011 – 54,628 miles
  • 2010 – 46,482 miles
  • 2009 – 35,241 miles
  • 2008 – 26,922 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,087 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,087 miles (+5,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    144,087 miles
    Test number
    553489583149
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass138,707 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    138,707 miles
    Test number
    815621744510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail138,707 miles (+4,836)3 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,707 miles
    Test number
    344448025974
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass133,871 miles (+12)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    133,871 miles
    Test number
    760128432988
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryTank straps corroded

  5. Fail133,859 miles (+2,381)4 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,859 miles
    Test number
    501469848438
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryTank straps corroded

  6. Pass131,478 miles (+19)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    131,478 miles
    Test number
    612335587484
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective cut in sidewall to cords

  7. Fail131,459 miles (+13,449)2 dangerous3 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,459 miles
    Test number
    679865256204
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass118,010 miles (+1,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    118,010 miles
    Test number
    728792854880
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres are on 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass116,074 miles (+773)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    116,074 miles
    Test number
    513662503982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass115,301 miles (+1)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,301 miles
    Test number
    309610980844
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail115,300 miles (+5,915)1 dangerous3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,300 miles
    Test number
    998613565778
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass109,385 miles (+9,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,385 miles
    Test number
    392207100400
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass100,172 miles (+5,488)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,172 miles
    Test number
    469147253311
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass94,684 miles (+7,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    94,684 miles
    Test number
    989215131067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass87,290 miles (+4,695)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    87,290 miles
    Test number
    916805482328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,595 miles (+13)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    82,595 miles
    Test number
    906778515110
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail82,582 miles (+6,316)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,582 miles
    Test number
    256983115453
    • FailureOffside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass76,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    76,266 miles
    Test number
    497438214134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,266 miles (+7,685)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,266 miles
    Test number
    885978214150
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass68,581 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,581 miles
    Test number
    226132213156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail68,581 miles (+7,038)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,581 miles
    Test number
    477322513103
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass61,543 miles (+6,915)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    61,543 miles
    Test number
    227541222104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Fail54,628 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,628 miles
    Test number
    386513921109
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass54,628 miles (+1,336)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,628 miles
    Test number
    867403621140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,292 miles (+6,810)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,292 miles
    Test number
    569528021008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,482 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,482 miles
    Test number
    124408520402
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass46,482 miles (+11,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,482 miles
    Test number
    130358920012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass35,241 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,241 miles
    Test number
    690450339001
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Fail35,241 miles (+8,319)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,241 miles
    Test number
    654408529007
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass26,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    26,922 miles
    Test number
    120969218451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L11 BYM

Does L11 BYM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 BYM is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 BYM?
The MOT on L11 BYM is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 BYM done?
L11 BYM was recorded at 144,087 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 6,277 miles a year.
Has L11 BYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 BYM has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L11 BYM 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 L11 BYM find?
L11 BYM passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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