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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L21 URSMOT history

L21 URS is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 97,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

L21 URS black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
97,429 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 URS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 URS was last recorded at 97,429 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,426 miles · 1 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,429 miles
  • 2025 – 90,327 miles
  • 2024 – 82,860 miles
  • 2023 – 73,787 miles
  • 2022 – 70,583 miles
  • 2021 – 65,761 miles
  • 2020 – 62,670 miles
  • 2019 – 55,166 miles
  • 2018 – 49,944 miles
  • 2017 – 44,274 miles
  • 2016 – 38,556 miles
  • 2015 – 31,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,429 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Registration plate lamp lens missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,429 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    97,429 miles
    Test number
    115747695218
    • AdvisoryOffside Registration plate lamp lens missing

  2. Fail97,426 miles (+7,099)2 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,426 miles
    Test number
    842375538139
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inside edge and starting to wear through to 2nd ply (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Registration plate lamp lens missing

  3. Pass90,327 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    90,327 miles
    Test number
    939642119097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inside and tread tearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inside and tread tearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre stepped

  4. Fail90,324 miles (+7,464)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,324 miles
    Test number
    462910626581
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inside and tread tearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inside and tread tearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre stepped
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass82,860 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    82,860 miles
    Test number
    493973269482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail82,857 miles (+9,070)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,857 miles
    Test number
    628214038079
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass73,787 miles (+3,204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    73,787 miles
    Test number
    200915283990
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass70,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    70,583 miles
    Test number
    755146044651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail70,583 miles (+4,822)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,583 miles
    Test number
    376142012082
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass65,761 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    65,761 miles
    Test number
    309361559773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail65,761 miles (+3,091)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,761 miles
    Test number
    668638866043
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass62,670 miles (+7,504)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,670 miles
    Test number
    911045806686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,166 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,166 miles
    Test number
    762570557271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    55,076 miles
    Test number
    835136181008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,076 miles (+5,132)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,076 miles
    Test number
    394613646415
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass49,944 miles (+5,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    49,944 miles
    Test number
    845666229400
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  17. Pass44,274 miles (+5,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    44,274 miles
    Test number
    875055233882
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass38,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    38,556 miles
    Test number
    555265440200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,556 miles (+6,834)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,556 miles
    Test number
    341575879788
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass31,722 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    31,722 miles
    Test number
    158318955445
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Questions about L21 URS

Does L21 URS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 URS is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 URS?
The MOT on L21 URS is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 URS done?
L21 URS was recorded at 97,429 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 5,667 miles a year.
Has L21 URS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 URS has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 URS 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 URS find?
L21 URS passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp lens missing.

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