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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LC12 YLLMOT history

LC12 YLL is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 4 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 136,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

LC12 YLL silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
136,802 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,144 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC12 YLL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC12 YLL was last recorded at 136,802 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,801 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,144 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,802 miles
  • 2024 – 118,282 miles
  • 2023 – 104,694 miles
  • 2022 – 91,217 miles
  • 2021 – 78,564 miles
  • 2020 – 76,505 miles
  • 2019 – 73,217 miles
  • 2018 – 70,172 miles
  • 2017 – 59,406 miles
  • 2016 – 45,334 miles
  • 2015 – 31,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,802 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,802 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    136,802 miles
    Test number
    768446606003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail136,801 miles (+5,309)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,801 miles
    Test number
    436151487999
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  3. Pass131,492 miles (+13,210)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    131,492 miles
    Test number
    507835929486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,282 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    118,282 miles
    Test number
    631130175335
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail118,279 miles (+13,585)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,279 miles
    Test number
    464938134868
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass104,694 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    104,694 miles
    Test number
    309625808399
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail104,694 miles (+13,477)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,694 miles
    Test number
    952269463619
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass91,217 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,217 miles
    Test number
    446507424518
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear surface rust on suspension

  9. Fail91,214 miles (+12,650)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,214 miles
    Test number
    569759807251
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear surface rust on suspension

  10. Pass78,564 miles (+2,059)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    78,564 miles
    Test number
    546378350087
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower indicator lens cracked

  11. Pass76,505 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    76,505 miles
    Test number
    239998231655
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens cracked and has water ingress

  12. Fail76,505 miles (+3,288)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,505 miles
    Test number
    431115668814
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens cracked and has water ingress
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass73,217 miles (+3,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    73,217 miles
    Test number
    485676084406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively + BRAKE DISCS IN VERY POOR CONDITION (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively + BRAKE DISCS IN VERY POOR CONDITION (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass70,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,172 miles
    Test number
    359300187244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,172 miles (+10,766)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,172 miles
    Test number
    156348120268
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass59,406 miles (+14,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    59,406 miles
    Test number
    160884634817
    • AdvisoryRear seat covered with customers items not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass45,334 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,334 miles
    Test number
    943928797125
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low

  18. Fail45,334 miles (+14,094)2 failures2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,334 miles
    Test number
    409195139636
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low

  19. Fail31,240 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,240 miles
    Test number
    489519545178
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass31,240 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,240 miles
    Test number
    848479445193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LC12 YLL

Does LC12 YLL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC12 YLL is valid until 23 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC12 YLL?
The MOT on LC12 YLL is valid until 23 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC12 YLL done?
LC12 YLL was recorded at 136,802 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 10,144 miles a year.
Has LC12 YLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC12 YLL has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LC12 YLL 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 LC12 YLL find?
LC12 YLL passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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