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Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

L15 SJVMOT history

L15 SJV is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 6 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 87,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

L15 SJV silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
87,855 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 SJV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
6 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 SJV was last recorded at 87,855 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 5,937 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
81,918 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,937 miles
Average per year
7,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,855 miles
  • 2025 – 81,918 miles
  • 2024 – 74,512 miles
  • 2023 – 68,208 miles
  • 2022 – 60,241 miles
  • 2021 – 50,699 miles
  • 2020 – 41,992 miles
  • 2019 – 32,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,855 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 14 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    87,855 miles
    Test number
    901922171215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail87,855 miles (+5,937)2 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,855 miles
    Test number
    665318155299
    • 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))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass81,918 miles (+7,406)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,918 miles
    Test number
    249418760432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,512 miles (+6,304)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,512 miles
    Test number
    364001938299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,208 miles (+7,967)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,208 miles
    Test number
    898053495728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,241 miles (+9,542)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    60,241 miles
    Test number
    207905327968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,699 miles (+1,258)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    50,699 miles
    Test number
    577015811526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,441 miles (+7,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    49,441 miles
    Test number
    938134494508
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass41,992 miles (+9,307)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    41,992 miles
    Test number
    216463900559
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  10. Pass32,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    32,685 miles
    Test number
    373735259851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 SJV

Does L15 SJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 SJV is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 SJV?
The MOT on L15 SJV is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 SJV done?
L15 SJV was recorded at 87,855 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 7,679 miles a year.
Has L15 SJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 SJV has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L15 SJV 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 L15 SJV find?
L15 SJV passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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