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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,991 cc

LC08 XWSMOT history

LC08 XWS is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 18 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 102,583 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2023.

LC08 XWS black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2023
Mileage
102,583 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2023
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 XWS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC08 XWS was last recorded at 102,583 miles on 25 Aug 2023, 6,822 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,761 miles · 2 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
6,822 miles
Average per year
6,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 102,583 miles
  • 2022 – 95,761 miles
  • 2021 – 88,757 miles
  • 2020 – 82,890 miles
  • 2019 – 78,789 miles
  • 2018 – 74,577 miles
  • 2017 – 71,812 miles
  • 2016 – 67,347 miles
  • 2015 – 57,928 miles
  • 2014 – 47,109 miles
  • 2013 – 40,075 miles
  • 2012 – 35,886 miles
  • 2011 – 27,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,583 miles
  • DangerousRear Sub-frame fractured Heavily corroded and holed. (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryE:M:L light on.
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear seats not in use.

What MOT failures 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 Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 16 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail102,583 miles (+6,822)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,583 miles
    Test number
    831780440197
    • DangerousRear Sub-frame fractured Heavily corroded and holed. (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryE:M:L light on.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats not in use.
  2. Pass95,761 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    95,761 miles
    Test number
    134629927845
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail95,761 miles (+7,004)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,761 miles
    Test number
    198540284144
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass88,757 miles (+5,867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    88,757 miles
    Test number
    991379245735
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMITS, ADVISE REPLACEMENT. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass82,890 miles (+4,101)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,890 miles
    Test number
    999229607674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,789 miles (+4,212)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,789 miles
    Test number
    499512942649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass74,577 miles (+2,765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    74,577 miles
    Test number
    142379124139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  8. Pass71,812 miles (+4,465)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,812 miles
    Test number
    387457517069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  9. Pass67,347 miles (+9,419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,347 miles
    Test number
    131975958077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass57,928 miles (+10,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,928 miles
    Test number
    316781365121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass47,109 miles (+7,034)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,109 miles
    Test number
    276029924423
    • NoteEmissions to clean for diesel smoke tester to read (passed)
  12. Pass40,075 miles (+4,189)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,075 miles
    Test number
    669219043149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,886 miles (+8,137)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,886 miles
    Test number
    255068352406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,749 miles
    Test number
    927027161115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 XWS

Does LC08 XWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 XWS expired on 1 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 XWS?
The MOT on LC08 XWS expired on 1 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 XWS done?
LC08 XWS was recorded at 102,583 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2023, an average of 6,138 miles a year.
Has LC08 XWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 XWS has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LC08 XWS 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 LC08 XWS find?
LC08 XWS failed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 3 advisories: rear sub-frame fractured heavily corroded and holed.; exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn, and 3 more.

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