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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,656 cc

B20 KYAMOT history

B20 KYA is a black petrol Kia Sportage first used on 22 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 99,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

B20 KYA black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2025
Mileage
99,200 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 KYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,656 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

B20 KYA was last recorded at 99,200 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 6,499 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,701 miles · 9 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
6,499 miles
Average per year
5,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,200 miles
  • 2024 – 92,701 miles
  • 2023 – 88,680 miles
  • 2022 – 86,706 miles
  • 2021 – 80,988 miles
  • 2020 – 76,921 miles
  • 2018 – 74,504 miles
  • 2017 – 67,208 miles
  • 2016 – 60,557 miles
  • 2015 – 53,778 miles
  • 2014 – 49,085 miles
  • 2013 – 42,679 miles
  • 2012 – 36,101 miles
  • 2011 – 30,490 miles
  • 2010 – 22,286 miles
  • 2009 – 15,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail99,200 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front&Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail99,200 miles (+6,499)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,200 miles
    Test number
    403853670989
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front&Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass92,701 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    92,701 miles
    Test number
    760805141112
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail92,701 miles (+4,021)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,701 miles
    Test number
    478294941581
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass88,680 miles (+1,974)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    88,680 miles
    Test number
    377121333301
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass86,706 miles (+5,718)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    86,706 miles
    Test number
    984583175974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass80,988 miles (+22)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    80,988 miles
    Test number
    202031512835
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail80,966 miles (+4,045)1 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,966 miles
    Test number
    307907506294
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system at tank (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaitor holed (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass76,921 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    76,921 miles
    Test number
    602747981622
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail76,921 miles (+2,417)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,921 miles
    Test number
    911369481581
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass74,504 miles (+7,296)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    74,504 miles
    Test number
    823661590332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached lower bumper bracket corroded (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Rear lower bumper bracket corroded (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass67,208 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    67,208 miles
    Test number
    842725484123
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak Rear diff leaking oil

  12. Fail67,208 miles (+6,651)2 dangerous1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,208 miles
    Test number
    296066652253
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner facing of disc grooved and corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Rear diff leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak Sump corroded and porous and leaking from gasket
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass60,557 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    60,557 miles
    Test number
    783410101805
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail60,550 miles (+6,772)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,550 miles
    Test number
    843017826634
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at cat and tail/centre joint (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass53,778 miles (+4,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,778 miles
    Test number
    830937933252
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at inner wing grommet (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass49,085 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,085 miles
    Test number
    638005164223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,077 miles (+6,398)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,077 miles
    Test number
    626318254203
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass42,679 miles (+6,578)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,679 miles
    Test number
    226635953278
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass36,101 miles (+5,611)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    36,101 miles
    Test number
    909902962220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,490 miles (+8,204)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,490 miles
    Test number
    207994061237
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s front & rear b/discs slightly pitted on inner faces

  21. Pass22,286 miles (+6,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,286 miles
    Test number
    423512740260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass15,944 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    15,944 miles
    Test number
    604719359206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

Questions about B20 KYA

Does B20 KYA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B20 KYA expired on 8 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B20 KYA?
The MOT on B20 KYA expired on 8 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B20 KYA done?
B20 KYA was recorded at 99,200 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 5,128 miles a year.
Has B20 KYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 KYA has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on B20 KYA 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 B20 KYA find?
B20 KYA failed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; nearside front position lamp not working; nearside front suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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