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White · Petrol · 2018 · 1,591 cc

L23 DSLMOT history

L23 DSL is a white petrol Kia Sportage first used on 27 Jun 2018. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 187,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

L23 DSL white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
187,912 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
34,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 DSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
27 Jun 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 DSL was last recorded at 187,912 miles on 6 May 2026, 2,401 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,511 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,401 miles
Average per year
34,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,912 miles
  • 2025 – 185,511 miles
  • 2024 – 179,308 miles
  • 2023 – 127,315 miles
  • 2022 – 51,183 miles
  • 2021 – 17,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,912 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBottom gear box mount split

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 12 May 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,912 miles (+2,401)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    187,912 miles
    Test number
    820525340403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBottom gear box mount split

  2. Pass185,511 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    185,511 miles
    Test number
    903291665638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail185,458 miles (+6,150)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,458 miles
    Test number
    139067873981
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass179,308 miles (+51,993)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    179,308 miles
    Test number
    693556483926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass127,315 miles (+76,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    127,315 miles
    Test number
    875457878768
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass51,183 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    51,183 miles
    Test number
    631463849769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail51,183 miles (+34,018)2 dangerous1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,183 miles
    Test number
    839254975437
    • 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 testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass17,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    17,165 miles
    Test number
    589029664357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 DSL

Does L23 DSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 DSL is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 DSL?
The MOT on L23 DSL is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 DSL done?
L23 DSL was recorded at 187,912 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 34,267 miles a year.
Has L23 DSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 DSL has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L23 DSL 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 DSL find?
L23 DSL passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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