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Bronze · Diesel · 2018 · 1,995 cc

L5 DLGMOT history

L5 DLG is a bronze diesel Kia Sportage first used on 20 Jun 2018. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 51,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

L5 DLG bronze Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
51,054 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 DLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
20 Jun 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 DLG was last recorded at 51,054 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,730 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
324 miles
Average per year
3,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,054 miles
  • 2025 – 50,730 miles
  • 2024 – 49,657 miles
  • 2023 – 45,747 miles
  • 2022 – 41,208 miles
  • 2021 – 36,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,054 miles

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.

  • Undertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

7 tests since 12 May 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,054 miles (+324)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    51,054 miles
    Test number
    514560780811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass50,730 miles (+1,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    50,730 miles
    Test number
    758522980802
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front & rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass49,657 miles (+3,910)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    49,657 miles
    Test number
    354968498996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front pivot bush is cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front pivot bush is cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass45,747 miles (+4,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    45,747 miles
    Test number
    283493726512
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass41,208 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    41,208 miles
    Test number
    127053924513
    • AdvisoryUndertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection
  6. Fail41,207 miles (+4,389)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,207 miles
    Test number
    832045402299
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection
  7. Pass36,818 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    36,818 miles
    Test number
    275001879632
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Questions about L5 DLG

Does L5 DLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 DLG is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 DLG?
The MOT on L5 DLG is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 DLG done?
L5 DLG was recorded at 51,054 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 3,060 miles a year.
Has L5 DLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 DLG has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2022.
Has the mileage on L5 DLG 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 L5 DLG find?
L5 DLG passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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