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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 TUVMOT history

LS12 TUV is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 24 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 90,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

LS12 TUV black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,785 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 TUV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 TUV was last recorded at 90,785 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,754 miles · 9 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
6,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,785 miles
  • 2025 – 82,307 miles
  • 2024 – 74,825 miles
  • 2023 – 64,354 miles
  • 2022 – 53,837 miles
  • 2021 – 48,377 miles
  • 2020 – 43,456 miles
  • 2019 – 37,733 miles
  • 2018 – 32,958 miles
  • 2017 – 27,789 miles
  • 2016 – 22,864 miles
  • 2015 – 17,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,785 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 20 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,785 miles (+31)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,785 miles
    Test number
    980862464227
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Fail90,754 miles (+8,447)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,754 miles
    Test number
    217626098146
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  3. Pass82,307 miles (+7,482)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,307 miles
    Test number
    376714992123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,825 miles (+10,471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,825 miles
    Test number
    941537932296
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside foot step damaged
  5. Pass64,354 miles (+10,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    64,354 miles
    Test number
    837450887815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass53,837 miles (+5,460)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    53,837 miles
    Test number
    148894705141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,377 miles (+4,921)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    48,377 miles
    Test number
    405753346197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,456 miles (+5,723)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    43,456 miles
    Test number
    328552427662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass37,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    37,733 miles
    Test number
    318857755294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail37,733 miles (+4,775)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,733 miles
    Test number
    402631920021
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass32,958 miles (+5,169)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    32,958 miles
    Test number
    494642135217
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass27,789 miles (+4,925)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    27,789 miles
    Test number
    271112270298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake efficiency slightly lower than offside and may need attention.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass22,864 miles (+5,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    22,864 miles
    Test number
    396376850159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre, worn on outside edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre, worn on inside edge.
  14. Pass17,449 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    17,449 miles
    Test number
    117759475075
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS12 TUV

Does LS12 TUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 TUV is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 TUV?
The MOT on LS12 TUV is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 TUV done?
LS12 TUV was recorded at 90,785 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 6,341 miles a year.
Has LS12 TUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 TUV has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 TUV 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 LS12 TUV find?
LS12 TUV passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to the limit; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 3 more.

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