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Red · Petrol · 2017 · 1,591 cc

L23 DNUMOT history

L23 DNU is a red petrol Kia Sportage first used on 27 Nov 2017. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 44,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

L23 DNU red Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
44,870 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 DNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
27 Nov 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 DNU was last recorded at 44,870 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 4,814 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
40,056 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,814 miles
Average per year
6,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,870 miles
  • 2025 – 40,056 miles
  • 2024 – 30,081 miles
  • 2023 – 18,904 miles
  • 2021 – 12,168 miles
  • 2020 – 9,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,870 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

7 tests since 12 Oct 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,870 miles (+4,814)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    44,870 miles
    Test number
    867287238276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass40,056 miles (+9,975)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    40,056 miles
    Test number
    608500075348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass30,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    30,081 miles
    Test number
    819420583215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail30,081 miles (+11,177)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,081 miles
    Test number
    549314898287
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass18,904 miles (+6,736)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    18,904 miles
    Test number
    818261703941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass12,168 miles (+2,812)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    12,168 miles
    Test number
    946307591077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass9,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    9,356 miles
    Test number
    379845431394
    • AdvisoryLarge plastic under tray fitted to under side of vehicle in places .Unable to inspect steering and suspension fully

Questions about L23 DNU

Does L23 DNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 DNU is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 DNU?
The MOT on L23 DNU is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 DNU done?
L23 DNU was recorded at 44,870 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 6,676 miles a year.
Has L23 DNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 DNU has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L23 DNU 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 L23 DNU find?
L23 DNU passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn both edges, and 2 more.

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