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White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

L21 KRAMOT history

L21 KRA is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 3 Oct 2013. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 151,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

L21 KRA white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
151,655 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
13,689 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 KRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
3 Oct 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 KRA was last recorded at 151,655 miles on 18 May 2026, 10,986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,669 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,986 miles
Average per year
13,689 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,655 miles
  • 2025 – 140,669 miles
  • 2024 – 129,933 miles
  • 2023 – 118,112 miles
  • 2022 – 105,607 miles
  • 2021 – 92,353 miles
  • 2020 – 82,024 miles
  • 2019 – 59,809 miles
  • 2018 – 45,698 miles
  • 2017 – 34,517 miles
  • 2016 – 19,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,655 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    151,655 miles
    Test number
    599117878146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail151,655 miles (+10,986)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,655 miles
    Test number
    574654667439
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  3. Pass140,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    140,669 miles
    Test number
    858878537436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail140,669 miles (+10,736)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,669 miles
    Test number
    102135777920
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass129,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    129,933 miles
    Test number
    652403888183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail129,933 miles (+11,821)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,933 miles
    Test number
    933248538733
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass118,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    118,112 miles
    Test number
    371423512376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail118,112 miles (+12,505)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,112 miles
    Test number
    199106657813
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  9. Pass105,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    105,607 miles
    Test number
    702241593353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,607 miles (+13,254)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,607 miles
    Test number
    329550312297
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass92,353 miles (+10,329)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    92,353 miles
    Test number
    776711845909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,024 miles (+22,215)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,024 miles
    Test number
    909856225396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,809 miles (+14,111)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,809 miles
    Test number
    732967108447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,698 miles (+11,181)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    45,698 miles
    Test number
    982689778174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,517 miles (+15,353)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    34,517 miles
    Test number
    435049960655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,164 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    19,164 miles
    Test number
    308578553916
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L21 KRA

Does L21 KRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 KRA is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 KRA?
The MOT on L21 KRA is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 KRA done?
L21 KRA was recorded at 151,655 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 13,689 miles a year.
Has L21 KRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 KRA has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 KRA 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 L21 KRA find?
L21 KRA passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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