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Red · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

L28 KAEMOT history

L28 KAE is a red diesel Kia Sportage first used on 28 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 72,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

L28 KAE red Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
72,047 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 KAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
28 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 KAE was last recorded at 72,047 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 9,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
63,033 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,014 miles
Average per year
8,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,047 miles
  • 2025 – 63,033 miles
  • 2024 – 53,610 miles
  • 2023 – 44,453 miles
  • 2022 – 36,011 miles
  • 2021 – 31,590 miles
  • 2020 – 22,289 miles
  • 2019 – 15,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,047 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 5 Nov 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,047 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    72,047 miles
    Test number
    408183863904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail72,047 miles (+9,014)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,047 miles
    Test number
    946089713223
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass63,033 miles (+9,423)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    63,033 miles
    Test number
    585854179262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has very little reserve travel
  4. Pass53,610 miles (+9,157)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    53,610 miles
    Test number
    729517989588
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass44,453 miles (+8,442)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    44,453 miles
    Test number
    352556669654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass36,011 miles (+4,421)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    36,011 miles
    Test number
    692924731955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass31,590 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    31,590 miles
    Test number
    242187687498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  8. Fail31,590 miles (+9,301)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,590 miles
    Test number
    605959737090
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  9. Pass22,289 miles (+7,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    22,289 miles
    Test number
    410330080177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  10. Pass15,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    15,030 miles
    Test number
    126047453066
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Questions about L28 KAE

Does L28 KAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 KAE is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 KAE?
The MOT on L28 KAE is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 KAE done?
L28 KAE was recorded at 72,047 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 8,802 miles a year.
Has L28 KAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 KAE has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L28 KAE 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 L28 KAE find?
L28 KAE passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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