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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

L7 SEMMOT history

L7 SEM is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 2 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 84,051 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

L7 SEM black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
84,051 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,579 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 SEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
2 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 SEM was last recorded at 84,051 miles on 14 May 2026, 5,330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
78,721 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,330 miles
Average per year
6,579 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,051 miles
  • 2025 – 78,721 miles
  • 2024 – 69,057 miles
  • 2023 – 65,262 miles
  • 2022 – 59,455 miles
  • 2021 – 51,051 miles
  • 2020 – 45,489 miles
  • 2019 – 40,392 miles
  • 2018 – 33,638 miles
  • 2017 – 26,299 miles
  • 2016 – 19,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,051 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 28 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,051 miles (+5,330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,051 miles
    Test number
    930271219781
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass78,721 miles (+9,664)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    78,721 miles
    Test number
    526744642617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass69,057 miles (+3,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    69,057 miles
    Test number
    248928450820
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracks (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracks (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass65,262 miles (+5,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    65,262 miles
    Test number
    584537051664
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass59,455 miles (+8,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    59,455 miles
    Test number
    499513892949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass51,051 miles (+5,562)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    51,051 miles
    Test number
    553669088943
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass45,489 miles (+5,097)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    45,489 miles
    Test number
    318015603148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,392 miles (+6,754)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    40,392 miles
    Test number
    636895922576
    • 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))
    • 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))

  9. Pass33,638 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    33,638 miles
    Test number
    161088142139
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside offside (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Fail33,638 miles (+7,339)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,638 miles
    Test number
    306119317881
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside offside (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass26,299 miles (+7,223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    26,299 miles
    Test number
    443397330316
    • AdvisorySlight perishing in both the rear tyre treads
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass19,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    19,076 miles
    Test number
    639161094632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 SEM

Does L7 SEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 SEM is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 SEM?
The MOT on L7 SEM is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 SEM done?
L7 SEM was recorded at 84,051 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 6,579 miles a year.
Has L7 SEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 SEM has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on L7 SEM 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 L7 SEM find?
L7 SEM passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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