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Silver · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

T21 DCUMOT history

T21 DCU is a silver diesel Kia Sportage first used on 29 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 53,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
53,855 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 DCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
29 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 DCU was last recorded at 53,855 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 4,002 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
49,853 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,002 miles
Average per year
4,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,855 miles
  • 2024 – 49,853 miles
  • 2023 – 46,253 miles
  • 2022 – 40,925 miles
  • 2021 – 37,432 miles
  • 2020 – 34,092 miles
  • 2019 – 31,985 miles
  • 2018 – 25,323 miles
  • 2017 – 19,661 miles
  • 2016 – 13,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,855 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 8 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,855 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    53,855 miles
    Test number
    569711269055
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail53,855 miles (+4,002)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,855 miles
    Test number
    110810026500
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass49,853 miles (+3,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    49,853 miles
    Test number
    375654138129
    • AdvisoryRear brake pack plats coroded

  4. Pass46,253 miles (+5,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    46,253 miles
    Test number
    216158121263
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass40,925 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    40,925 miles
    Test number
    873175583672
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail40,920 miles (+3,488)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,920 miles
    Test number
    814552164969
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass37,432 miles (+3,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    37,432 miles
    Test number
    297283145900
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass34,092 miles (+2,107)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    34,092 miles
    Test number
    371044174953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    31,985 miles
    Test number
    437099341189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail31,985 miles (+6,662)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,985 miles
    Test number
    755828315471
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass25,323 miles (+5,662)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    25,323 miles
    Test number
    780139284606
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass19,661 miles (+6,485)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    19,661 miles
    Test number
    584023331638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass13,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    13,176 miles
    Test number
    274371741752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T21 DCU

Does T21 DCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 DCU is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T21 DCU?
The MOT on T21 DCU is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T21 DCU done?
T21 DCU was recorded at 53,855 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 4,497 miles a year.
Has T21 DCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 DCU has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T21 DCU 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 T21 DCU find?
T21 DCU passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front service brake binding but not excessively; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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