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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

L26 SETMOT history

L26 SET is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 1 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 155,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

L26 SET silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
155,791 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 SET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 SET was last recorded at 155,791 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,791 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
12,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,791 miles
  • 2025 – 149,626 miles
  • 2024 – 135,738 miles
  • 2023 – 121,353 miles
  • 2022 – 108,091 miles
  • 2021 – 95,066 miles
  • 2020 – 84,408 miles
  • 2019 – 72,162 miles
  • 2018 – 60,925 miles
  • 2017 – 47,939 miles
  • 2016 – 31,757 miles
  • 2015 – 20,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,791 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 15 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,791 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    155,791 miles
    Test number
    911365949724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded.
  2. Fail155,791 miles (+6,165)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,791 miles
    Test number
    853766419603
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/55/r18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded.
  3. Pass149,626 miles (+13,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    149,626 miles
    Test number
    923654766589
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Pass135,738 miles (+14,385)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    135,738 miles
    Test number
    231188745870
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass121,353 miles (+13,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    121,353 miles
    Test number
    728015998401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge and cracking 225 55 18 (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass108,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    108,091 miles
    Test number
    266617060073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail108,091 miles (+13,025)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,091 miles
    Test number
    409526053527
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass95,066 miles (+10,658)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,066 miles
    Test number
    108723443330
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass84,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,408 miles
    Test number
    614070957821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,408 miles (+12,246)4 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,408 miles
    Test number
    833062389077
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass72,162 miles (+11,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    72,162 miles
    Test number
    757998101865
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass60,925 miles (+12,986)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    60,925 miles
    Test number
    720476065829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,939 miles (+16,182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,939 miles
    Test number
    181167029058
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect brakes through wheels and tyres
  14. Pass31,757 miles (+11,419)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    31,757 miles
    Test number
    917449521749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,338 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    20,338 miles
    Test number
    506326695118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L26 SET

Does L26 SET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 SET is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 SET?
The MOT on L26 SET is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 SET done?
L26 SET was recorded at 155,791 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 12,292 miles a year.
Has L26 SET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 SET has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 SET 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 L26 SET find?
L26 SET passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm.; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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