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White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L40 SMBMOT history

L40 SMB is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 20 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 104,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

L40 SMB white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
104,402 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 SMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 SMB was last recorded at 104,402 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 8,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,844 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,558 miles
Average per year
7,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,402 miles
  • 2024 – 95,844 miles
  • 2023 – 87,536 miles
  • 2022 – 81,508 miles
  • 2021 – 76,001 miles
  • 2020 – 68,758 miles
  • 2019 – 60,773 miles
  • 2018 – 52,089 miles
  • 2017 – 43,875 miles
  • 2016 – 35,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,402 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted unable to fully inspect some vehicle components

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 Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 3 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,402 miles (+8,558)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    104,402 miles
    Test number
    925469556795
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted unable to fully inspect some vehicle components

  2. Pass95,844 miles (+38)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    95,844 miles
    Test number
    886532647887
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail95,806 miles (+8,270)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,806 miles
    Test number
    549649442050
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass87,536 miles (+6,028)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    87,536 miles
    Test number
    645790807905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,508 miles (+5,507)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,508 miles
    Test number
    849678364432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,001 miles (+7,243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    76,001 miles
    Test number
    805701357600
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,758 miles (+7,985)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,758 miles
    Test number
    537293215784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,773 miles (+8,684)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,773 miles
    Test number
    599866082771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,089 miles (+8,214)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    52,089 miles
    Test number
    602395366187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,875 miles (+8,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    43,875 miles
    Test number
    352197444764
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass35,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    35,645 miles
    Test number
    108731464901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail35,645 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,645 miles
    Test number
    424152863524
    • Repaired at testNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about L40 SMB

Does L40 SMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 SMB is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L40 SMB?
The MOT on L40 SMB is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 SMB done?
L40 SMB was recorded at 104,402 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 7,725 miles a year.
Has L40 SMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 SMB has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 SMB 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 L40 SMB find?
L40 SMB passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 2 more.

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