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White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L21 TLSMOT history

L21 TLS is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 30 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 60,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

L21 TLS white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
60,707 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 TLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 TLS was last recorded at 60,707 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 3,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,361 miles · 21 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,346 miles
Average per year
5,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 60,707 miles
  • 2024 – 57,361 miles
  • 2023 – 54,986 miles
  • 2022 – 52,039 miles
  • 2021 – 50,079 miles
  • 2020 – 46,729 miles
  • 2019 – 44,861 miles
  • 2018 – 36,549 miles
  • 2017 – 25,723 miles
  • 2016 – 14,971 miles
  • 2015 – 9,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,707 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,707 miles (+3,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    60,707 miles
    Test number
    234068924262
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass57,361 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    57,361 miles
    Test number
    342506869090
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail57,361 miles (+2,375)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,361 miles
    Test number
    347332321279
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass54,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    54,986 miles
    Test number
    522910566358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail54,986 miles (+2,947)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,986 miles
    Test number
    243957031765
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass52,039 miles (+1,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    52,039 miles
    Test number
    725600683403
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass50,079 miles (+3,350)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    50,079 miles
    Test number
    118715108321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass46,729 miles (+1,868)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    46,729 miles
    Test number
    902397435022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    44,861 miles
    Test number
    180243006877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail44,861 miles (+8,312)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,861 miles
    Test number
    736256699483
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass36,549 miles (+10,826)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    36,549 miles
    Test number
    946894037707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,723 miles (+10,752)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    25,723 miles
    Test number
    167349679259
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undershield obscuring components
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin wheels on inspection (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside shoulder (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass14,971 miles (+5,288)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    14,971 miles
    Test number
    686457467355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass9,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    9,683 miles
    Test number
    613576787981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 TLS

Does L21 TLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 TLS is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L21 TLS?
The MOT on L21 TLS is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 TLS done?
L21 TLS was recorded at 60,707 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 5,056 miles a year.
Has L21 TLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 TLS has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L21 TLS 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 TLS find?
L21 TLS passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes.

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