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Orange · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LM09 HAYMOT history

LM09 HAY is an orange diesel Kia Sportage first used on 2 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 109,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

LM09 HAY orange Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
109,362 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM09 HAY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM09 HAY was last recorded at 109,362 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 5,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,631 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,731 miles
Average per year
8,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,362 miles
  • 2025 – 103,631 miles
  • 2024 – 99,489 miles
  • 2023 – 95,779 miles
  • 2022 – 92,684 miles
  • 2021 – 80,784 miles
  • 2020 – 76,385 miles
  • 2019 – 62,128 miles
  • 2018 – 52,018 miles
  • 2017 – 37,382 miles
  • 2016 – 28,526 miles
  • 2015 – 19,786 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,362 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Clutch pedal very low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass109,362 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    109,362 miles
    Test number
    742035559783
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail109,362 miles (+5,731)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,362 miles
    Test number
    816271506352
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,631 miles (+4,142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    103,631 miles
    Test number
    109373209943
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass99,489 miles (+3,710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,489 miles
    Test number
    563231888594
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass95,779 miles (+3,095)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    95,779 miles
    Test number
    771330985544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,684 miles (+11,900)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,684 miles
    Test number
    271846669870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,784 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,784 miles
    Test number
    453456244656
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal very low

  8. Fail80,784 miles (+4,399)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,784 miles
    Test number
    727394226499
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal very low
    • AdvisoryFront fog light out
    • AdvisoryNearisde indicator slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryPositive battery terminal loose

  9. Pass76,385 miles (+14,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    76,385 miles
    Test number
    414663256670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass62,128 miles (+10,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    62,128 miles
    Test number
    975241503325
    • AdvisoryPark brake grabbing

  11. Pass52,018 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    52,018 miles
    Test number
    277244724393
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  12. Fail52,018 miles (+14,636)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,018 miles
    Test number
    846850888492
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  13. Pass37,382 miles (+8,856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    37,382 miles
    Test number
    998391822212
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass28,526 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    28,526 miles
    Test number
    579641398107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail28,450 miles (+8,664)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,450 miles
    Test number
    971641857015
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass19,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    19,786 miles
    Test number
    907525795159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM09 HAY

Does LM09 HAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM09 HAY is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM09 HAY?
The MOT on LM09 HAY is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM09 HAY done?
LM09 HAY was recorded at 109,362 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 8,432 miles a year.
Has LM09 HAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM09 HAY has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM09 HAY 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 LM09 HAY find?
LM09 HAY passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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