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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

L8 CULMOT history

L8 CUL is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 15 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 98,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

L8 CUL silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,122 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 CUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
15 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 CUL was last recorded at 98,122 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 11,943 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,179 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,943 miles
Average per year
6,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,122 miles
  • 2025 – 86,179 miles
  • 2024 – 74,538 miles
  • 2023 – 65,643 miles
  • 2022 – 58,923 miles
  • 2021 – 54,398 miles
  • 2020 – 51,621 miles
  • 2019 – 45,550 miles
  • 2018 – 41,406 miles
  • 2017 – 35,114 miles
  • 2016 – 29,550 miles
  • 2015 – 23,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,122 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Heat shield above rear back box loose and insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 10 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,122 miles (+11,943)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,122 miles
    Test number
    685486107816
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass86,179 miles (+11,641)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    86,179 miles
    Test number
    690564879912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,538 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    74,538 miles
    Test number
    966565349881
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield above rear back box loose and insecure

  4. Fail74,497 miles (+8,854)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,497 miles
    Test number
    846430670134
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken ring (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield above rear back box loose and insecure

  5. Pass65,643 miles (+6,720)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    65,643 miles
    Test number
    797063794354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass58,923 miles (+4,525)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    58,923 miles
    Test number
    949454856743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,398 miles (+2,777)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    54,398 miles
    Test number
    132076837661
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass51,621 miles (+6,071)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    51,621 miles
    Test number
    647306615701
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side front inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reverse travel

  9. Pass45,550 miles (+4,144)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    45,550 miles
    Test number
    127343282000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,406 miles (+6,292)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    41,406 miles
    Test number
    104782551810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,114 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    35,114 miles
    Test number
    568103706932
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's deteriorated/splitting through tread
    • AdvisoryLight scratches to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear indicators slightly discoloured

  12. Fail35,114 miles (+5,564)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,114 miles
    Test number
    417257060776
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's deteriorated/splitting through tread
    • AdvisoryLight scratches to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear indicators slightly discoloured

  13. Pass29,550 miles (+5,557)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    29,550 miles
    Test number
    814787305346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,993 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    23,993 miles
    Test number
    857891345055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about L8 CUL

Does L8 CUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 CUL is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 CUL?
The MOT on L8 CUL is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 CUL done?
L8 CUL was recorded at 98,122 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 6,788 miles a year.
Has L8 CUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 CUL has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L8 CUL 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 L8 CUL find?
L8 CUL passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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