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Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

K21 TSWMOT history

K21 TSW is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 19 Dec 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 66,771 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

K21 TSW silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
66,771 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 TSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
19 Dec 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 TSW was last recorded at 66,771 miles on 6 May 2026, 11,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,735 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
11,036 miles
Average per year
5,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,771 miles
  • 2025 – 55,735 miles
  • 2024 – 53,238 miles
  • 2023 – 48,941 miles
  • 2022 – 46,012 miles
  • 2020 – 36,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,771 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
  • AdvisoryFront Wipers smearing slightly

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.

  • Park brake needs ajustment

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 2 Jan 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,771 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    66,771 miles
    Test number
    335797153201
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers smearing slightly

  2. Fail66,771 miles (+11,036)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,771 miles
    Test number
    714943273080
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides worn very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFuel filter damp

  3. Pass55,735 miles (+2,497)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    55,735 miles
    Test number
    390995752980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass53,238 miles (+4,297)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    53,238 miles
    Test number
    759980864714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass48,941 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    48,941 miles
    Test number
    978456030347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass46,012 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    46,012 miles
    Test number
    369157426881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail46,011 miles (+2,211)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,011 miles
    Test number
    867956141685
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.0mm 245/45R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.3mm 245/45R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm worn on outer edge 245/45R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm 245/45R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass43,800 miles (+7,443)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    43,800 miles
    Test number
    630594600663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm 245/45R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm 245/45R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm 245/45R19 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass36,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    36,357 miles
    Test number
    433974682275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail36,357 miles (+5,075)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,357 miles
    Test number
    871799530742
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass31,282 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    31,282 miles
    Test number
    729329456540
    • AdvisoryPark brake needs ajustment

  12. Fail31,278 miles4 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,278 miles
    Test number
    403849913807
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake needs ajustment

Questions about K21 TSW

Does K21 TSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K21 TSW is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K21 TSW?
The MOT on K21 TSW is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K21 TSW done?
K21 TSW was recorded at 66,771 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 5,598 miles a year.
Has K21 TSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 TSW has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on K21 TSW 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 K21 TSW find?
K21 TSW passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides; front wipers smearing slightly.

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