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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

L4 WCYMOT history

L4 WCY is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 21 Feb 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 81,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

L4 WCY black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
81,752 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 WCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
21 Feb 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 WCY was last recorded at 81,752 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 5,998 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,754 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,998 miles
Average per year
5,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,752 miles
  • 2025 – 75,754 miles
  • 2024 – 70,000 miles
  • 2023 – 61,954 miles
  • 2022 – 56,534 miles
  • 2021 – 51,936 miles
  • 2020 – 47,783 miles
  • 2019 – 40,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,752 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,752 miles (+5,998)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    81,752 miles
    Test number
    228113175998
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass75,754 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    75,754 miles
    Test number
    684586159314
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail75,753 miles (+5,753)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,753 miles
    Test number
    277785430807
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass70,000 miles (+8,046)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    70,000 miles
    Test number
    492841582933
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass61,954 miles (+5,420)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    61,954 miles
    Test number
    173021002897
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass56,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    56,534 miles
    Test number
    472176853906
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail56,517 miles (+4,581)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,517 miles
    Test number
    165917661354
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass51,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    51,936 miles
    Test number
    974764332173
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail51,936 miles (+4,153)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,936 miles
    Test number
    158625707553
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass47,783 miles (+7,136)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    47,783 miles
    Test number
    654321049321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,647 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    40,647 miles
    Test number
    500044709977
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about L4 WCY

Does L4 WCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 WCY is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 WCY?
The MOT on L4 WCY is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 WCY done?
L4 WCY was recorded at 81,752 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 5,874 miles a year.
Has L4 WCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 WCY has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L4 WCY 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 L4 WCY find?
L4 WCY passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 3 more.

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