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Brown · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

L21 PSMMOT history

L21 PSM is a brown diesel Kia Sportage first used on 30 Jun 2018. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 78,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

L21 PSM brown Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
78,627 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 PSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Jun 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 PSM was last recorded at 78,627 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 1,577 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,050 miles · 25 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
1,577 miles
Average per year
10,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,627 miles
  • 2025 – 58,496 miles
  • 2024 – 38,602 miles
  • 2023 – 34,901 miles
  • 2022 – 27,695 miles
  • 2021 – 23,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,627 miles

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

8 tests since 2 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,627 miles (+1,577)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    78,627 miles
    Test number
    270666401732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail77,050 miles (+18,554)1 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,050 miles
    Test number
    591338218042
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245-45-19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off vehicle damaged (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  3. Pass58,496 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    58,496 miles
    Test number
    724784484310
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  4. Fail58,496 miles (+19,894)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,496 miles
    Test number
    383648991869
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245-45-19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  5. Pass38,602 miles (+3,701)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    38,602 miles
    Test number
    730314042583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass34,901 miles (+7,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    34,901 miles
    Test number
    709392852160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass27,695 miles (+4,575)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    27,695 miles
    Test number
    850977255563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass23,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    23,120 miles
    Test number
    386353240440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 PSM

Does L21 PSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 PSM is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 PSM?
The MOT on L21 PSM is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 PSM done?
L21 PSM was recorded at 78,627 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 10,801 miles a year.
Has L21 PSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 PSM has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 PSM 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 PSM find?
L21 PSM passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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