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Kia Sportage

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,991 cc

T1 RBLMOT history

T1 RBL is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 22 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 97,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
97,144 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T1 RBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
22 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T1 RBL was last recorded at 97,144 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,144 miles · 17 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,144 miles
  • 2024 – 97,144 miles
  • 2021 – 97,144 miles
  • 2020 – 96,854 miles
  • 2019 – 92,982 miles
  • 2018 – 84,122 miles
  • 2017 – 77,473 miles
  • 2016 – 73,911 miles
  • 2015 – 69,841 miles
  • 2014 – 63,088 miles
  • 2013 – 56,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,144 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,144 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    97,144 miles
    Test number
    641142509460
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Fail97,144 miles1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,144 miles
    Test number
    236448534384
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass97,144 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,144 miles
    Test number
    389022587222
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (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))

  4. Pass97,144 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,144 miles
    Test number
    166806163982
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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. Fail97,143 miles (+289)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,143 miles
    Test number
    500238793591
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass96,854 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,854 miles
    Test number
    133937134442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp cracked not likely to cause injury when contacted
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has slight reserve travel

  7. Fail96,854 miles (+3,872)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,854 miles
    Test number
    678109369478
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp cracked not likely to cause injury when contacted
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has slight reserve travel

  8. Pass92,982 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,982 miles
    Test number
    211899319939
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail92,982 miles (+8,860)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,982 miles
    Test number
    646807744361
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass84,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,122 miles
    Test number
    573000459173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail84,122 miles (+6,649)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,122 miles
    Test number
    302977888446
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass77,473 miles (+3,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,473 miles
    Test number
    401223807973
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view n/s mirror glass cracked . (8.1.2a)

  13. Pass73,911 miles (+4,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,911 miles
    Test number
    623795077842
    • AdvisorySmoke emissions tested too low to read

  14. Pass69,841 miles (+6,753)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,841 miles
    Test number
    367925275716
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear seats/belts not in use

  15. Pass63,088 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,088 miles
    Test number
    227391434324
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCan not see thikness of rear brake pads
    • NoteN/s/f and n/s/r tyres close to legal limit
    • NoteParking brake only just passed

  16. Fail63,088 miles (+6,484)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,088 miles
    Test number
    767201234307
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCan not see thikness of rear brake pads

  17. Pass56,604 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,604 miles
    Test number
    759623333379
    • NoteNearside mirror cracked but can still see out of it.

  18. Fail56,604 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,604 miles
    Test number
    757816723334
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T1 RBL

Does T1 RBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T1 RBL is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T1 RBL?
The MOT on T1 RBL is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T1 RBL done?
T1 RBL was recorded at 97,144 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 3,360 miles a year.
Has T1 RBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T1 RBL has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T1 RBL 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 T1 RBL find?
T1 RBL passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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