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White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,685 cc

K18 LYWMOT history

K18 LYW is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 30 Jun 2015. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 157,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

K18 LYW white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
157,739 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 LYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Jun 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 LYW was last recorded at 157,739 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 11,678 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,061 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
11,678 miles
Average per year
13,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,739 miles
  • 2025 – 146,061 miles
  • 2024 – 131,036 miles
  • 2023 – 115,456 miles
  • 2022 – 103,653 miles
  • 2021 – 89,611 miles
  • 2020 – 75,959 miles
  • 2019 – 61,959 miles
  • 2018 – 48,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,739 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 18 Apr 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,739 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    157,739 miles
    Test number
    994042919544
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail157,737 miles (+11,676)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,737 miles
    Test number
    639572215787
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass146,061 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    146,061 miles
    Test number
    856221504221
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail146,060 miles (+15,024)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,060 miles
    Test number
    103680859233
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass131,036 miles (+15,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    131,036 miles
    Test number
    318950244444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass115,456 miles (+11,803)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    115,456 miles
    Test number
    337053767320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,653 miles (+14,042)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    103,653 miles
    Test number
    859325658014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,611 miles (+243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,611 miles
    Test number
    277805198928
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail89,368 miles (+13,409)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,368 miles
    Test number
    399757883128
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass75,959 miles (+14,000)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    75,959 miles
    Test number
    679506245040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,959 miles (+13,660)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,959 miles
    Test number
    409911089629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass48,299 miles (+2,480)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    48,299 miles
    Test number
    328008990638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,819 miles
    Test number
    922586813769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  14. Fail45,819 miles6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,819 miles
    Test number
    663402006676
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

Questions about K18 LYW

Does K18 LYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 LYW is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 LYW?
The MOT on K18 LYW is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 LYW done?
K18 LYW was recorded at 157,739 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 13,277 miles a year.
Has K18 LYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 LYW has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 LYW 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 LYW find?
K18 LYW passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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