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White · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

L25 WESMOT history

L25 WES is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 14 Mar 2018. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026 and it has passed 5 of 10 MOT tests, with 116,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

L25 WES white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2026
Mileage
116,053 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
5 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 WES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
14 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L25 WES was last recorded at 116,053 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 2,494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,559 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,494 miles
Average per year
11,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,053 miles
  • 2025 – 113,559 miles
  • 2024 – 109,632 miles
  • 2023 – 98,540 miles
  • 2022 – 83,132 miles
  • 2021 – 54,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,053 miles
  • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s+o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Covers fitted underneath the vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 9 Apr 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,053 miles (+2,494)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,053 miles
    Test number
    372485990115
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s+o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass113,559 miles (+3,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    113,559 miles
    Test number
    850859170333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass109,632 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    109,632 miles
    Test number
    750427850615
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted underneath the vehicle
  4. Fail109,632 miles (+11,092)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,632 miles
    Test number
    246362958689
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted underneath the vehicle
  5. Pass98,540 miles (+285)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    98,540 miles
    Test number
    872850391281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail98,255 miles (+15,123)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,255 miles
    Test number
    937872726223
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass83,132 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    83,132 miles
    Test number
    364185438972
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  8. Fail83,131 miles (+28,144)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,131 miles
    Test number
    882701039282
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  9. Pass54,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    54,987 miles
    Test number
    677517020555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,986 miles5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,986 miles
    Test number
    987454660212
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L25 WES

Does L25 WES currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L25 WES expired on 5 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L25 WES?
The MOT on L25 WES expired on 5 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L25 WES done?
L25 WES was recorded at 116,053 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 11,113 miles a year.
Has L25 WES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 WES has failed 5 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L25 WES 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 L25 WES find?
L25 WES failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 3 advisories: fuel system component leaking; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s, and 1 more.

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