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Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

S26 LJAMOT history

S26 LJA is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 5 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 8 MOT tests, with 97,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

S26 LJA silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,769 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
8
8 passed · 0 failed
Per year
10,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 LJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
5 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 LJA was last recorded at 97,769 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 9,666 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
88,103 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,666 miles
Average per year
10,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,769 miles
  • 2025 – 88,103 miles
  • 2024 – 75,600 miles
  • 2023 – 62,088 miles
  • 2022 – 50,681 miles
  • 2021 – 41,161 miles
  • 2020 – 30,529 miles
  • 2019 – 22,136 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,769 miles
  • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s front outer boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 4 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,769 miles (+9,666)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,769 miles
    Test number
    599462953680
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s front outer boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass88,103 miles (+12,503)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,103 miles
    Test number
    103234987267
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  3. Pass75,600 miles (+13,512)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    75,600 miles
    Test number
    262257196062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,088 miles (+11,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    62,088 miles
    Test number
    735654620213
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass50,681 miles (+9,520)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    50,681 miles
    Test number
    248164671690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass41,161 miles (+10,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    41,161 miles
    Test number
    383990223380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass30,529 miles (+8,393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    30,529 miles
    Test number
    559285922489
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully check all rear seatbelts due to child seats fitted

  8. Pass22,136 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    22,136 miles
    Test number
    501571555439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

Questions about S26 LJA

Does S26 LJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 LJA is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 LJA?
The MOT on S26 LJA is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 LJA done?
S26 LJA was recorded at 97,769 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 10,842 miles a year.
Has S26 LJA ever failed its MOT?
No. S26 LJA has passed all 8 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on S26 LJA 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 S26 LJA find?
S26 LJA passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s front outer boot; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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