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L12 BAU

2026 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,286 mi
Last recorded52,286 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL12 BAU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2026
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 52,286 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 44,049 miles

NSF tyre worn on edges

OSR tyre tread low (3mm) and worn on edges

Pass 8 Apr 2024 37,237 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 30,046 miles

BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW OSF

Pass 7 Apr 2022 21,663 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 16,096 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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L12 BAU is a 2026 Kia Sportage in Silver. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L12 BAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 0 years old, this Kia Sportage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L12 BAU?

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What year was L12 BAU registered?

L12 BAU is a 2026 Kia Sportage, first registered on 27 April 2026.

Is L12 BAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L12 BAU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L12 BAU have outstanding finance?

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