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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,975 cc

LR05 TYCMOT history

LR05 TYC is a black petrol Kia Sportage first used on 25 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 115,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

LR05 TYC black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
115,623 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 TYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,975 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 TYC was last recorded at 115,623 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,561 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
62 miles
Average per year
5,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,623 miles
  • 2025 – 109,177 miles
  • 2024 – 100,892 miles
  • 2023 – 99,549 miles
  • 2022 – 99,090 miles
  • 2021 – 98,385 miles
  • 2020 – 97,581 miles
  • 2019 – 95,623 miles
  • 2018 – 93,881 miles
  • 2017 – 89,123 miles
  • 2016 – 83,180 miles
  • 2015 – 74,218 miles
  • 2014 – 68,003 miles
  • 2013 – 60,528 miles
  • 2012 – 53,524 miles
  • 2011 – 46,461 miles
  • 2010 – 40,154 miles
  • 2009 – 33,294 miles
  • 2008 – 24,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,623 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front inner wishbone bushes perishingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamp patterns poorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryDampness around both rack bootsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Repair to exhaust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,623 miles (+62)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    115,623 miles
    Test number
    276548047999
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wishbone bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp patterns poor
    • AdvisoryDampness around both rack boots
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail115,561 miles (+6,384)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,561 miles
    Test number
    293990207067
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wishbone bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp patterns poor
    • AdvisoryDampness around both rack boots
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,177 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    109,177 miles
    Test number
    906275266247
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail109,177 miles (+8,285)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,177 miles
    Test number
    393238992914
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass100,892 miles (+83)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    100,892 miles
    Test number
    516824984539
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRepair to exhaust

  6. Fail100,809 miles (+1,260)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,809 miles
    Test number
    956026516758
    • DangerousCentral Rear Seat belt flexible stalk stretched or damaged likely to lead to failure under load stalk broken (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRepair to exhaust

  7. Pass99,549 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    99,549 miles
    Test number
    113825011024
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail99,549 miles (+459)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,549 miles
    Test number
    780478489814
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Excessive exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass99,090 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,090 miles
    Test number
    827138742974
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail99,090 miles (+705)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,090 miles
    Test number
    846903918833
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass98,385 miles (+804)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,385 miles
    Test number
    923133987397
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass97,581 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,581 miles
    Test number
    950167156060
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Fail97,581 miles (+1,958)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,581 miles
    Test number
    841569807008
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  14. Pass95,623 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    95,623 miles
    Test number
    224294043299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Fail95,623 miles (+1,742)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,623 miles
    Test number
    502825664358
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass93,881 miles (+4,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    93,881 miles
    Test number
    615512985420
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  17. Pass89,123 miles (+5,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,123 miles
    Test number
    744703289516
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly perished

  18. Pass83,180 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,180 miles
    Test number
    543431261047
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail83,180 miles (+8,962)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,180 miles
    Test number
    455249659854
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass74,218 miles (+6,215)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,218 miles
    Test number
    749644865007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,003 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    68,003 miles
    Test number
    576719644072
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  22. Fail68,003 miles (+7,475)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,003 miles
    Test number
    765768544082
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  23. Pass60,528 miles (+7,004)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,528 miles
    Test number
    509515363025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,524 miles (+7,063)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,524 miles
    Test number
    807211062043
    • 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)

  25. Pass46,461 miles (+6,307)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    46,461 miles
    Test number
    727297461010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,154 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    40,154 miles
    Test number
    164490760425
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  27. Fail40,154 miles (+6,860)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,154 miles
    Test number
    684610360020
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  28. Pass33,294 miles (+8,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,294 miles
    Test number
    572029969061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass24,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,765 miles
    Test number
    720739398008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail24,765 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,765 miles
    Test number
    891559098079
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR05 TYC

Does LR05 TYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 TYC is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 TYC?
The MOT on LR05 TYC is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 TYC done?
LR05 TYC was recorded at 115,623 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 5,066 miles a year.
Has LR05 TYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 TYC has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 TYC 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 LR05 TYC find?
LR05 TYC passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: both front inner wishbone bushes perishing; both headlamp patterns poor; dampness around both rack boots, and 2 more.

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