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Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,493 cc

K8 SXTMOT history

K8 SXT is a silver diesel Kia RIO first used on 28 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 142,058 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

K8 SXT silver Kia Rio – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
142,058 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 SXT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,493 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 SXT was last recorded at 142,058 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 1,020 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,038 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,020 miles
Average per year
7,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,058 miles
  • 2025 – 141,038 miles
  • 2024 – 136,720 miles
  • 2023 – 129,640 miles
  • 2022 – 120,553 miles
  • 2021 – 111,757 miles
  • 2020 – 106,294 miles
  • 2018 – 100,943 miles
  • 2017 – 85,314 miles
  • 2016 – 71,636 miles
  • 2015 – 62,602 miles
  • 2014 – 53,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,058 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder body covered with under seal

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,058 miles (+1,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    142,058 miles
    Test number
    494920156673
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered with under seal

  2. Pass141,038 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    141,038 miles
    Test number
    351141689815
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail141,038 miles (+4,318)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,038 miles
    Test number
    896907857894
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,720 miles (+7,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    136,720 miles
    Test number
    580735089863
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,640 miles (+9,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    129,640 miles
    Test number
    316915414217
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass120,553 miles (+8,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    120,553 miles
    Test number
    737731948496
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass111,757 miles (+57)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    111,757 miles
    Test number
    102519810449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail111,700 miles (+5,406)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,700 miles
    Test number
    733316099713
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass106,294 miles (+5,351)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    106,294 miles
    Test number
    881409013273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass100,943 miles (+386)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    100,943 miles
    Test number
    693749500247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail100,557 miles (+15,243)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,557 miles
    Test number
    256231648160
    • MajorNearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass85,314 miles (+13,678)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    85,314 miles
    Test number
    710434160837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,636 miles (+9,034)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,636 miles
    Test number
    241947374164
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded and worn,recommend changing.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded and scored,recommend changing.

  14. Pass62,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,602 miles
    Test number
    787021485130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail62,602 miles (+9,442)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,602 miles
    Test number
    849451285127
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass53,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,160 miles
    Test number
    657405994182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 SXT

Does K8 SXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 SXT is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 SXT?
The MOT on K8 SXT is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 SXT done?
K8 SXT was recorded at 142,058 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 7,254 miles a year.
Has K8 SXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 SXT has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on K8 SXT 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 K8 SXT find?
K8 SXT passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; under body covered with under seal.

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