Kia logo

Kia Sportage

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

C8 RAFMOT history

C8 RAF is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 25 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 86,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

C8 RAF white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 May 2027
Mileage
86,156 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,047 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for C8 RAF in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
C8 RAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
25 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 RAF was last recorded at 86,156 miles on 12 May 2026, 2,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,944 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,212 miles
Average per year
6,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,156 miles
  • 2025 – 83,944 miles
  • 2024 – 81,311 miles
  • 2022 – 72,055 miles
  • 2021 – 65,911 miles
  • 2020 – 59,574 miles
  • 2018 – 46,688 miles
  • 2017 – 36,735 miles
  • 2016 – 28,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,156 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,156 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    86,156 miles
    Test number
    689248644959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,944 miles (+2,633)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    83,944 miles
    Test number
    762987088708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,311 miles (+943)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,311 miles
    Test number
    390867106417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,368 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    80,368 miles
    Test number
    722914368781
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail80,367 miles (+8,312)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,367 miles
    Test number
    207404361816
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heat damaged (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass72,055 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,055 miles
    Test number
    375097273964
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.57mm to 0.00mm on inside edge - Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.40mm - Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail72,055 miles (+6,144)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,055 miles
    Test number
    880340140187
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.57mm to 0.00mm on inside edge - Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.40mm - Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass65,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    65,911 miles
    Test number
    908396144329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail65,911 miles (+3,871)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,911 miles
    Test number
    995903404243
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass62,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    62,040 miles
    Test number
    346801559038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,040 miles (+2,466)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,040 miles
    Test number
    518156593359
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass59,574 miles (+12,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    59,574 miles
    Test number
    560119183314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass46,688 miles (+9,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    46,688 miles
    Test number
    620961628495
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Offside rear and centre

  14. Pass36,735 miles (+8,180)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    36,735 miles
    Test number
    630750840528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,555 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    28,555 miles
    Test number
    920363678912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about C8 RAF

Does C8 RAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 RAF is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 RAF?
The MOT on C8 RAF is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 RAF done?
C8 RAF was recorded at 86,156 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 6,047 miles a year.
Has C8 RAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 RAF has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on C8 RAF 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 C8 RAF find?
C8 RAF passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all C8R registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.