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Kia Sportage

Blue · Petrol · 2013 · 1,591 cc

R3 YCJMOT history

R3 YCJ is a blue petrol Kia Sportage first used on 28 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 94,763 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

R3 YCJ blue Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
94,763 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R3 YCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R3 YCJ was last recorded at 94,763 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 3,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,437 miles · 14 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,326 miles
Average per year
7,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,763 miles
  • 2024 – 91,437 miles
  • 2023 – 85,429 miles
  • 2022 – 81,201 miles
  • 2021 – 76,779 miles
  • 2020 – 65,405 miles
  • 2019 – 48,098 miles
  • 2018 – 41,843 miles
  • 2017 – 36,897 miles
  • 2016 – 28,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,763 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear slight surface corrosion on suspension

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 22 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,763 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    94,763 miles
    Test number
    493356626244
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear slight surface corrosion on suspension

  2. Fail94,763 miles (+3,326)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,763 miles
    Test number
    400805036338
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear slight surface corrosion on suspension

  3. Pass91,437 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    91,437 miles
    Test number
    760108830519
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail91,435 miles (+6,006)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,435 miles
    Test number
    515472560357
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass85,429 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    85,429 miles
    Test number
    335109989328
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail85,429 miles (+4,228)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,429 miles
    Test number
    432009521729
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Flexi damaged (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door hinge missing (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding Both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Sound deadening material insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass81,201 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,201 miles
    Test number
    476064046232
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail81,201 miles (+4,422)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,201 miles
    Test number
    982316731235
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure Flexi damaged (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Heat shield loose not likely to fall off

  9. Pass76,779 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    76,779 miles
    Test number
    368758725359
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail76,779 miles (+11,374)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,779 miles
    Test number
    447776715266
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass65,405 miles (+17,307)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    65,405 miles
    Test number
    233431576518
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass48,098 miles (+6,255)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    48,098 miles
    Test number
    817300539486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    41,843 miles
    Test number
    750111574643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,843 miles (+4,946)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,843 miles
    Test number
    181841530012
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  15. Pass36,897 miles (+8,241)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    36,897 miles
    Test number
    276651921618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,656 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    28,656 miles
    Test number
    157277687448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215 70 16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R3 YCJ

Does R3 YCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R3 YCJ is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on R3 YCJ?
The MOT on R3 YCJ is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R3 YCJ done?
R3 YCJ was recorded at 94,763 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 7,199 miles a year.
Has R3 YCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R3 YCJ has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on R3 YCJ 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 R3 YCJ find?
R3 YCJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front side repeater slightly discoloured, and 5 more.

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