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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,991 cc

K18 NMMMOT history

K18 NMM is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 23 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 136,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

K18 NMM black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
136,612 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,250 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 NMM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 NMM was last recorded at 136,612 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 124 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,488 miles · 6 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
124 miles
Average per year
7,250 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,612 miles
  • 2025 – 131,193 miles
  • 2024 – 126,798 miles
  • 2023 – 125,405 miles
  • 2022 – 121,106 miles
  • 2021 – 118,131 miles
  • 2020 – 111,319 miles
  • 2019 – 102,265 miles
  • 2018 – 91,524 miles
  • 2017 – 80,278 miles
  • 2016 – 67,154 miles
  • 2015 – 55,607 miles
  • 2014 – 51,534 miles
  • 2013 – 43,784 miles
  • 2012 – 36,329 miles
  • 2011 – 29,131 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,612 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside Rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,612 miles (+124)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    136,612 miles
    Test number
    732709131494
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside Rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail136,488 miles (+5,295)2 dangerous3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,488 miles
    Test number
    501287751644
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Jammed (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside Rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass131,193 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    131,193 miles
    Test number
    779908711939
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail131,193 miles (+4,395)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,193 miles
    Test number
    112576480097
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass126,798 miles (+1,393)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    126,798 miles
    Test number
    516624770000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass125,405 miles (+4,299)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    125,405 miles
    Test number
    948320510138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass121,106 miles (+2,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    121,106 miles
    Test number
    584055790621
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass118,131 miles (+6,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    118,131 miles
    Test number
    866990628932
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass111,319 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,319 miles
    Test number
    832920365758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail111,311 miles (+9,046)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,311 miles
    Test number
    604077363877
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides slightly binding on (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass102,265 miles (+10,741)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,265 miles
    Test number
    151331892605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre inside edge out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre inside edge out of shape

  12. Pass91,524 miles (+11,246)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    91,524 miles
    Test number
    476824079335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,278 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    80,278 miles
    Test number
    860588190601
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect brakes through wheels and tyres

  14. Fail80,278 miles (+13,124)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,278 miles
    Test number
    310561079293
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect brakes through wheels and tyres

  15. Pass67,154 miles (+11,547)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,154 miles
    Test number
    727200858533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,607 miles (+4,073)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    55,607 miles
    Test number
    717302985101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,534 miles (+7,750)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,534 miles
    Test number
    265078844260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass43,784 miles (+7,455)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,784 miles
    Test number
    247407243214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,329 miles (+7,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    36,329 miles
    Test number
    599618242280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass29,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,131 miles
    Test number
    885958251247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 NMM

Does K18 NMM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 NMM is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 NMM?
The MOT on K18 NMM is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 NMM done?
K18 NMM was recorded at 136,612 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 7,250 miles a year.
Has K18 NMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 NMM has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 NMM 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 NMM find?
K18 NMM passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 1 more.

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