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Red · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

LS16 KVLMOT history

LS16 KVL is a red diesel Kia Sportage first used on 30 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 175,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

LS16 KVL red Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
175,976 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
20,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 KVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 KVL was last recorded at 175,976 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 15,950 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,026 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
15,950 miles
Average per year
20,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,976 miles
  • 2025 – 160,026 miles
  • 2024 – 137,448 miles
  • 2023 – 108,585 miles
  • 2022 – 81,051 miles
  • 2021 – 45,865 miles
  • 2020 – 29,509 miles
  • 2019 – 21,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,976 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,976 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    175,976 miles
    Test number
    447241295677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail175,976 miles (+15,950)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,976 miles
    Test number
    264793014433
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass160,026 miles (+22,578)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    160,026 miles
    Test number
    898736166877
    • 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))
  4. Pass137,448 miles (+28,863)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    137,448 miles
    Test number
    971700646480
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  5. Pass108,585 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    108,585 miles
    Test number
    560477088830
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail108,583 miles (+27,532)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,583 miles
    Test number
    890989049936
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass81,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,051 miles
    Test number
    917910114874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail81,050 miles (+35,185)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,050 miles
    Test number
    161065640311
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass45,865 miles (+16,356)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    45,865 miles
    Test number
    784549486076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,509 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    29,509 miles
    Test number
    311466158959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail29,505 miles (+8,145)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,505 miles
    Test number
    401973856418
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and wearing close to cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass21,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    21,360 miles
    Test number
    541066765587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS16 KVL

Does LS16 KVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 KVL is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 KVL?
The MOT on LS16 KVL is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 KVL done?
LS16 KVL was recorded at 175,976 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 20,656 miles a year.
Has LS16 KVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 KVL has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 KVL 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 LS16 KVL find?
LS16 KVL passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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