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Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,685 cc

L3 YAGMOT history

L3 YAG is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 21 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 90,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

L3 YAG black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
90,082 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,678 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 YAG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
21 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 YAG was last recorded at 90,082 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 7,854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,228 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,854 miles
Average per year
7,678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,082 miles
  • 2025 – 82,228 miles
  • 2024 – 73,084 miles
  • 2023 – 65,118 miles
  • 2022 – 56,585 miles
  • 2021 – 49,838 miles
  • 2020 – 44,102 miles
  • 2019 – 35,894 miles
  • 2018 – 28,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,082 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges and cracked (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush slightly split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 18 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,082 miles (+7,854)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    90,082 miles
    Test number
    652362735311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges and cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass82,228 miles (+132)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    82,228 miles
    Test number
    144491851649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush slightly split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail82,096 miles (+9,012)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,096 miles
    Test number
    463720730996
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush slightly split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass73,084 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    73,084 miles
    Test number
    681648926671
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail73,084 miles (+7,966)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,084 miles
    Test number
    293835741217
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass65,118 miles (+8,533)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    65,118 miles
    Test number
    569940192492
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExcess free travel at handbrake
  7. Pass56,585 miles (+6,747)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    56,585 miles
    Test number
    154433122636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,838 miles (+5,736)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    49,838 miles
    Test number
    467451207594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass44,102 miles (+8,208)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    44,102 miles
    Test number
    163249361735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,894 miles (+7,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    35,894 miles
    Test number
    252008187522
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass28,744 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    28,744 miles
    Test number
    582941556256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail28,740 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,740 miles
    Test number
    590112394767
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

Questions about L3 YAG

Does L3 YAG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 YAG is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 YAG?
The MOT on L3 YAG is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 YAG done?
L3 YAG was recorded at 90,082 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 7,678 miles a year.
Has L3 YAG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 YAG has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L3 YAG 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 L3 YAG find?
L3 YAG passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges and cracked; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush, and 2 more.

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