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Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

K18 BYUMOT history

K18 BYU is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 1 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 110,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

K18 BYU silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
110,540 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 BYU
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
1 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 BYU was last recorded at 110,540 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,236 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
304 miles
Average per year
8,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,540 miles
  • 2025 – 105,585 miles
  • 2024 – 100,130 miles
  • 2023 – 92,210 miles
  • 2022 – 86,842 miles
  • 2021 – 81,727 miles
  • 2020 – 70,106 miles
  • 2019 – 51,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,540 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 27 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,540 miles (+304)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    110,540 miles
    Test number
    811078064128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail110,236 miles (+4,651)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,236 miles
    Test number
    284469583346
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear Parking Brake effort low

  3. Pass105,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    105,585 miles
    Test number
    626414743609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail105,585 miles (+5,455)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,585 miles
    Test number
    915307310298
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,130 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    100,130 miles
    Test number
    821465651886
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail100,130 miles (+7,920)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,130 miles
    Test number
    961576839086
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass92,210 miles (+5,368)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    92,210 miles
    Test number
    875783970226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,842 miles (+5,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    86,842 miles
    Test number
    246147203342
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,727 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,727 miles
    Test number
    722271317419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wear

  10. Fail81,727 miles (+11,621)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,727 miles
    Test number
    270342025704
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wear

  11. Pass70,106 miles (+18,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    70,106 miles
    Test number
    589218581751
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass51,363 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    51,363 miles
    Test number
    922164677567
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail51,363 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,363 miles
    Test number
    342331133096
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about K18 BYU

Does K18 BYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 BYU is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 BYU?
The MOT on K18 BYU is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 BYU done?
K18 BYU was recorded at 110,540 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 8,368 miles a year.
Has K18 BYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 BYU has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 BYU 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 K18 BYU find?
K18 BYU passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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