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Kia Sportage

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

V12 HMCMOT history

V12 HMC is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 8 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 114,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

V12 HMC black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
114,829 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 HMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
8 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 HMC was last recorded at 114,829 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,828 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,829 miles
  • 2025 – 107,323 miles
  • 2024 – 99,131 miles
  • 2023 – 90,207 miles
  • 2022 – 82,750 miles
  • 2021 – 75,490 miles
  • 2020 – 69,781 miles
  • 2019 – 57,456 miles
  • 2018 – 46,631 miles
  • 2017 – 36,136 miles
  • 2016 – 26,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,829 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,829 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    114,829 miles
    Test number
    725632839195
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail114,828 miles (+7,505)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,828 miles
    Test number
    856326190875
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass107,323 miles (+8,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    107,323 miles
    Test number
    968670547673
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  4. Pass99,131 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    99,131 miles
    Test number
    984673500585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail99,129 miles (+8,922)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,129 miles
    Test number
    591413225679
    • DangerousFront Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached both links (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass90,207 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    90,207 miles
    Test number
    329463435593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail90,206 miles (+7,456)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,206 miles
    Test number
    164872963019
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick down to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored by pads down to metal (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass82,750 miles (+7,260)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    684624711669
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wearing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads getting low 3-4mm left (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass75,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    75,490 miles
    Test number
    667827358017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,490 miles (+5,709)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,490 miles
    Test number
    699615894436
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass69,781 miles (+12,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    69,781 miles
    Test number
    848482767008
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front tyres worn on inner edge

  12. Pass57,456 miles (+10,825)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,456 miles
    Test number
    371551154606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,631 miles (+10,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    46,631 miles
    Test number
    899886378400
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  14. Pass36,136 miles (+9,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    36,136 miles
    Test number
    860160693254
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on both edges

  15. Pass26,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    26,265 miles
    Test number
    897720256321
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belts

Questions about V12 HMC

Does V12 HMC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 HMC is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 HMC?
The MOT on V12 HMC is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 HMC done?
V12 HMC was recorded at 114,829 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 8,446 miles a year.
Has V12 HMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 HMC has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V12 HMC 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 V12 HMC find?
V12 HMC passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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