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Kia Sportage

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LE03 DARMOT history

LE03 DAR is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 13 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 140,553 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

LE03 DAR white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
140,553 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 DAR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 DAR was last recorded at 140,553 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 11,627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
128,926 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,627 miles
Average per year
9,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,553 miles
  • 2025 – 128,926 miles
  • 2024 – 118,813 miles
  • 2023 – 109,787 miles
  • 2022 – 101,465 miles
  • 2021 – 93,660 miles
  • 2020 – 83,093 miles
  • 2019 – 69,090 miles
  • 2018 – 64,639 miles
  • 2017 – 56,843 miles
  • 2016 – 46,721 miles
  • 2015 – 34,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,553 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,553 miles (+11,627)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    140,553 miles
    Test number
    546025101352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass128,926 miles (+10,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    128,926 miles
    Test number
    506190855050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass118,813 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    118,813 miles
    Test number
    158663726464
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail118,813 miles (+9,026)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,813 miles
    Test number
    788630762542
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass109,787 miles (+8,322)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    109,787 miles
    Test number
    980237319363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,465 miles (+7,805)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    101,465 miles
    Test number
    887452181516
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass93,660 miles (+10,567)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    93,660 miles
    Test number
    990474474738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,093 miles (+14,003)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    83,093 miles
    Test number
    735459683655
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass69,090 miles (+4,451)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    69,090 miles
    Test number
    204146581599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,639 miles (+7,796)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,639 miles
    Test number
    864560555725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,843 miles (+10,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,843 miles
    Test number
    508076549835
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise right on limit !!!! (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded strong advise (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass46,721 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    46,721 miles
    Test number
    393756444630
    • 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)

  13. Fail46,721 miles (+11,795)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,721 miles
    Test number
    455915371145
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  14. Pass34,926 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,926 miles
    Test number
    525872865114
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LE03 DAR

Does LE03 DAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE03 DAR is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE03 DAR?
The MOT on LE03 DAR is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE03 DAR done?
LE03 DAR was recorded at 140,553 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 9,802 miles a year.
Has LE03 DAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 DAR has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LE03 DAR 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 LE03 DAR find?
LE03 DAR passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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