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Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,591 cc

LP12 YMLMOT history

LP12 YML is a black petrol Kia Sportage first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 62,237 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

LP12 YML black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
62,237 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 YML
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 YML was last recorded at 62,237 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 4,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,210 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,027 miles
Average per year
4,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,237 miles
  • 2025 – 58,210 miles
  • 2024 – 54,175 miles
  • 2023 – 50,456 miles
  • 2022 – 46,741 miles
  • 2021 – 42,235 miles
  • 2019 – 36,141 miles
  • 2018 – 32,485 miles
  • 2017 – 28,890 miles
  • 2016 – 24,368 miles
  • 2015 – 19,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,237 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

13 tests since 23 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,237 miles (+4,027)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    62,237 miles
    Test number
    904686146105
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass58,210 miles (+4,035)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    58,210 miles
    Test number
    604828288103
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass54,175 miles (+3,719)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    54,175 miles
    Test number
    356669309681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass50,456 miles (+3,715)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    50,456 miles
    Test number
    143253633662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass46,741 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    46,741 miles
    Test number
    716117805796
    • AdvisoryAge related cracking and perishing to both rear tyres
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  6. Fail46,741 miles (+4,506)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,741 miles
    Test number
    358339343362
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAge related cracking and perishing to both rear tyres
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  7. Pass42,235 miles (+6,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    42,235 miles
    Test number
    306708912569
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass36,141 miles (+3,656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    36,141 miles
    Test number
    330210145788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass32,485 miles (+3,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    32,485 miles
    Test number
    395028532858
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass28,890 miles (+4,522)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    28,890 miles
    Test number
    809443223908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,368 miles (+4,774)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    24,368 miles
    Test number
    279805272116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass19,594 miles (+86)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    19,594 miles
    Test number
    326189705418
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail19,508 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,508 miles
    Test number
    359444705401
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LP12 YML

Does LP12 YML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 YML is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 YML?
The MOT on LP12 YML is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 YML done?
LP12 YML was recorded at 62,237 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 4,071 miles a year.
Has LP12 YML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 YML has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LP12 YML 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 LP12 YML find?
LP12 YML passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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