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Silver · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L55 GLEMOT history

L55 GLE is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 13 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 61,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

L55 GLE silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
61,162 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 GLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
13 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 GLE was last recorded at 61,162 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 2,528 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
58,634 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,528 miles
Average per year
4,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,162 miles
  • 2025 – 58,634 miles
  • 2024 – 55,806 miles
  • 2023 – 52,930 miles
  • 2022 – 50,174 miles
  • 2021 – 46,086 miles
  • 2020 – 42,336 miles
  • 2019 – 36,205 miles
  • 2018 – 29,821 miles
  • 2017 – 23,563 miles
  • 2016 – 18,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,162 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 8 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    61,162 miles
    Test number
    853912726382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail61,162 miles (+2,528)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,162 miles
    Test number
    325783232751
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass58,634 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    58,634 miles
    Test number
    765509300629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass55,806 miles (+2,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    55,806 miles
    Test number
    113638265579
    • 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))

  5. Pass52,930 miles (+2,756)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    52,930 miles
    Test number
    896208324653
    • 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))

  6. Pass50,174 miles (+4,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,174 miles
    Test number
    204150404608
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass46,086 miles (+3,750)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    46,086 miles
    Test number
    359420006119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass42,336 miles (+6,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    42,336 miles
    Test number
    535057871427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass36,205 miles (+6,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    36,205 miles
    Test number
    322480678239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass29,821 miles (+6,258)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    29,821 miles
    Test number
    513240680227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass23,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    23,563 miles
    Test number
    279883799019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail23,563 miles (+5,364)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,563 miles
    Test number
    984667190679
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass18,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    18,199 miles
    Test number
    316915388299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 GLE

Does L55 GLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 GLE is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 GLE?
The MOT on L55 GLE is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 GLE done?
L55 GLE was recorded at 61,162 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 4,303 miles a year.
Has L55 GLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 GLE has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 GLE 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 L55 GLE find?
L55 GLE passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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