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Orange · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

J9 OELMOT history

J9 OEL is an orange diesel Kia Sportage first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 76,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2026.

J9 OEL orange Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
76,363 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 OEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
25 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 OEL was last recorded at 76,363 miles on 25 May 2026, 2,981 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
73,382 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,981 miles
Average per year
4,219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,363 miles
  • 2025 – 73,382 miles
  • 2024 – 70,053 miles
  • 2023 – 68,301 miles
  • 2022 – 66,209 miles
  • 2021 – 63,654 miles
  • 2019 – 57,037 miles
  • 2018 – 51,844 miles
  • 2017 – 44,756 miles
  • 2016 – 36,604 miles
  • 2015 – 29,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,363 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened AND ARMS BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ARM AT FRONT BUSH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,363 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    76,363 miles
    Test number
    746893350456
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened AND ARMS BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ARM AT FRONT BUSH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail76,363 miles (+2,981)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,363 miles
    Test number
    460596834463
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened AND ARMS BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ARM AT FRONT BUSH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass73,382 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    73,382 miles
    Test number
    497151541010
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened SUB FRAME AND ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR EDGES WORN AND PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail73,382 miles (+3,329)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,382 miles
    Test number
    789345291624
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened SUB FRAME AND ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR EDGES WORN AND PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass70,053 miles (+1,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    70,053 miles
    Test number
    317709486797
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass68,301 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    68,301 miles
    Test number
    740915704588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,209 miles (+2,555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    66,209 miles
    Test number
    240453276502
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass63,654 miles (+6,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    63,654 miles
    Test number
    373761750519
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass57,037 miles (+5,193)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,037 miles
    Test number
    202050506682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    51,844 miles
    Test number
    756802575980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,844 miles (+7,088)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,844 miles
    Test number
    579903924134
    • Repaired at testFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  12. Pass44,756 miles (+8,152)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,756 miles
    Test number
    497996925637
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass36,604 miles (+6,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    36,604 miles
    Test number
    446150256434
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTwo nails in n/s/r tyre
  14. Pass29,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    29,997 miles
    Test number
    996309645199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 OEL

Does J9 OEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 OEL is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 OEL?
The MOT on J9 OEL is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 OEL done?
J9 OEL was recorded at 76,363 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2026, an average of 4,219 miles a year.
Has J9 OEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 OEL has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2026.
Has the mileage on J9 OEL 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 J9 OEL find?
J9 OEL passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and arms both sides; offside rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened arm at front bush; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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