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Kia Sportage

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

S15 HJTMOT history

S15 HJT is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 101,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

S15 HJT silver Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
101,728 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 HJT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 HJT was last recorded at 101,728 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 3,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,950 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,778 miles
Average per year
6,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,728 miles
  • 2025 – 97,950 miles
  • 2024 – 94,992 miles
  • 2023 – 89,740 miles
  • 2022 – 84,304 miles
  • 2021 – 81,678 miles
  • 2020 – 75,854 miles
  • 2019 – 71,229 miles
  • 2018 – 62,028 miles
  • 2017 – 52,190 miles
  • 2016 – 41,477 miles
  • 2015 – 29,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,728 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre bald inner edge of tyre 2.3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing & cut in tyre no cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened advise upper & lower suspension arms corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Undertrays & trims fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Undertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 3 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,728 miles (+3,778)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    101,728 miles
    Test number
    264161293071
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass97,950 miles (+2,958)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    97,950 miles
    Test number
    556623351024
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bushes starting to split both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear discs appear to have been hot and slightly discolored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads appear to be getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Axle bushes starting to deteriorate both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass94,992 miles (+5,252)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    94,992 miles
    Test number
    366362533285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass89,740 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    89,740 miles
    Test number
    825489333393
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre bald inner edge of tyre 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing & cut in tyre no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened advise upper & lower suspension arms corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays & trims fitted

  5. Fail89,738 miles (+5,434)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,738 miles
    Test number
    453385367446
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre bald inner edge of tyre 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing & cut in tyre no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened advise upper & lower suspension arms corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear advise unable to see rear brake pads due to brake carrier & caliper covering pads
    • AdvisoryUndertrays & trims fitted

  6. Pass84,304 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,304 miles
    Test number
    649352966413
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays, sill covers & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

  7. Fail84,304 miles (+2,626)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,304 miles
    Test number
    848655261238
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer liquid not hitting screen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays, sill covers & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

  8. Pass81,678 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,678 miles
    Test number
    717267021627
    • AdvisoryUndertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

  9. Fail81,677 miles (+5,823)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,677 miles
    Test number
    581953026405
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryUndertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

  10. Pass75,854 miles (+4,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    75,854 miles
    Test number
    704784563754
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas.

  11. Pass71,229 miles (+9,201)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,229 miles
    Test number
    620461773031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,028 miles
    Test number
    806456167939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,028 miles (+9,838)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,028 miles
    Test number
    148890294575
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass52,190 miles (+10,713)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,190 miles
    Test number
    155660384877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank showing surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnable to acess condition of reae brae pads

  15. Pass41,477 miles (+12,448)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    41,477 miles
    Test number
    642448390187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass29,029 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    29,029 miles
    Test number
    268102465013
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S15 HJT

Does S15 HJT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S15 HJT is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S15 HJT?
The MOT on S15 HJT is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S15 HJT done?
S15 HJT was recorded at 101,728 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 6,617 miles a year.
Has S15 HJT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 HJT has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S15 HJT 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 S15 HJT find?
S15 HJT passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension components.

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