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Kia Sportage

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,998 cc

LC62 MLJMOT history

LC62 MLJ is a blue petrol Kia Sportage first used on 12 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 124,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

LC62 MLJ blue Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
124,419 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC62 MLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC62 MLJ was last recorded at 124,419 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,418 miles · 22 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,419 miles
  • 2024 – 113,099 miles
  • 2023 – 96,844 miles
  • 2021 – 87,830 miles
  • 2020 – 80,460 miles
  • 2019 – 70,635 miles
  • 2018 – 61,515 miles
  • 2017 – 54,384 miles
  • 2016 – 44,319 miles
  • 2015 – 33,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,419 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60r17 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears 225/60r17 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/60r17 99h

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,419 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    124,419 miles
    Test number
    450963705982
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears 225/60r17 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail124,418 miles (+11,319)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,418 miles
    Test number
    593937492131
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Mid arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears 225/60r17 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass113,099 miles (+16,255)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    113,099 miles
    Test number
    102550711734
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass96,844 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,844 miles
    Test number
    596014236820
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/60r17 99h (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail96,839 miles (+9,009)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,839 miles
    Test number
    919225998523
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/60r17 99h (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass87,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,830 miles
    Test number
    875518900843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail89,934 miles (+9,474)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,934 miles
    Test number
    940164530549
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn Track control arm bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  8. Pass80,460 miles (+9,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    80,460 miles
    Test number
    556810026739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass70,635 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,635 miles
    Test number
    985281140295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail70,634 miles (+9,119)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,634 miles
    Test number
    730897574581
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tracking out (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass61,515 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    61,515 miles
    Test number
    353632114615
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail61,515 miles (+7,131)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,515 miles
    Test number
    632859389205
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass54,384 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    54,384 miles
    Test number
    125269837500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,383 miles (+10,064)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,383 miles
    Test number
    855167644961
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge and close to legal limits

  15. Pass44,319 miles (+10,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    44,319 miles
    Test number
    676385985911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass33,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    33,990 miles
    Test number
    133425826550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC62 MLJ

Does LC62 MLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC62 MLJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC62 MLJ?
The MOT on LC62 MLJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC62 MLJ done?
LC62 MLJ was recorded at 124,419 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 8,896 miles a year.
Has LC62 MLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC62 MLJ has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC62 MLJ 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 LC62 MLJ find?
LC62 MLJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60r17; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most bush; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears 225/60r17.

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