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White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,685 cc

L28 SFCMOT history

L28 SFC is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 19 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 119,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

L28 SFC white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
119,244 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 SFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
19 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 SFC was last recorded at 119,244 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 7,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,744 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,500 miles
Average per year
10,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,244 miles
  • 2025 – 111,744 miles
  • 2024 – 102,807 miles
  • 2023 – 87,997 miles
  • 2022 – 74,629 miles
  • 2021 – 63,458 miles
  • 2020 – 55,909 miles
  • 2019 – 48,010 miles
  • 2018 – 38,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,244 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners on mirror
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 12 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,244 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    119,244 miles
    Test number
    474977594965
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners on mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail119,243 miles (+7,499)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,243 miles
    Test number
    584530022339
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners on mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,744 miles
    Test number
    669578334250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail111,744 miles (+8,937)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,744 miles
    Test number
    877059306931
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    102,807 miles
    Test number
    899121330385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail102,807 miles (+14,810)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,807 miles
    Test number
    308937221964
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass87,997 miles (+13,368)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,997 miles
    Test number
    306629725574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    74,629 miles
    Test number
    669363082483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,629 miles (+11,171)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,629 miles
    Test number
    601238459466
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass63,458 miles (+7,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,458 miles
    Test number
    718911254884
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass55,909 miles (+7,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,909 miles
    Test number
    327370268026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass48,010 miles (+9,332)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,010 miles
    Test number
    711308295387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,678 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    38,678 miles
    Test number
    987431112244
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Questions about L28 SFC

Does L28 SFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 SFC is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 SFC?
The MOT on L28 SFC is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 SFC done?
L28 SFC was recorded at 119,244 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 10,303 miles a year.
Has L28 SFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 SFC has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L28 SFC 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 SFC find?
L28 SFC passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners on mirror; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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