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Kia Sportage

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 1,991 cc

K18 DRGMOT history

K18 DRG is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 18 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

K18 DRG silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
95,075 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 DRG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
18 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 DRG was last recorded at 95,075 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 12,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,842 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12,233 miles
Average per year
5,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,075 miles
  • 2024 – 82,842 miles
  • 2023 – 72,318 miles
  • 2022 – 65,156 miles
  • 2021 – 56,545 miles
  • 2020 – 50,187 miles
  • 2019 – 46,676 miles
  • 2018 – 43,630 miles
  • 2017 – 40,335 miles
  • 2016 – 37,060 miles
  • 2015 – 33,190 miles
  • 2014 – 28,508 miles
  • 2013 – 24,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,075 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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.

  • Covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,075 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    95,075 miles
    Test number
    250450695929
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Fail95,074 miles (+12,232)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,074 miles
    Test number
    899566584969
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner and outer edges worn, (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass82,842 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    82,842 miles
    Test number
    195951519070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,837 miles (+10,519)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,837 miles
    Test number
    640664746070
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass72,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    72,318 miles
    Test number
    128180742614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,318 miles (+7,162)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,318 miles
    Test number
    405037121052
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass65,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    65,156 miles
    Test number
    527068662013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail65,156 miles (+8,611)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,156 miles
    Test number
    896839064520
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass56,545 miles (+6,358)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    56,545 miles
    Test number
    601180050582
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint both rack joints (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  10. Pass50,187 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,187 miles
    Test number
    571963173970
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  11. Fail50,187 miles (+3,511)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,187 miles
    Test number
    705978119779
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  12. Pass46,676 miles (+3,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,676 miles
    Test number
    382645042091
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  13. Pass43,630 miles (+3,295)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    43,630 miles
    Test number
    190426976723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    40,335 miles
    Test number
    375200851780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,334 miles (+3,274)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,334 miles
    Test number
    494689174709
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

  16. Pass37,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    37,060 miles
    Test number
    405941593273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail37,060 miles (+3,870)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,060 miles
    Test number
    313799352101
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass33,190 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    33,190 miles
    Test number
    162057802661
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBody covers fitted

  19. Fail33,190 miles (+4,682)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,190 miles
    Test number
    761461168840
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBody covers fitted

  20. Pass28,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    28,508 miles
    Test number
    116050634323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail28,502 miles (+4,244)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,502 miles
    Test number
    905520734360
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  22. Pass24,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    24,258 miles
    Test number
    219403833364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 DRG

Does K18 DRG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 DRG is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 DRG?
The MOT on K18 DRG is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 DRG done?
K18 DRG was recorded at 95,075 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 5,856 miles a year.
Has K18 DRG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 DRG has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 DRG 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 DRG find?
K18 DRG passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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