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Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,591 cc

V14 MLSMOT history

V14 MLS is a black petrol Kia Sportage first used on 22 Feb 2017. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 7 of 12 MOT tests, with 72,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

V14 MLS black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
72,614 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
7 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V14 MLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
22 Feb 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V14 MLS was last recorded at 72,614 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,614 miles · 16 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,614 miles
  • 2025 – 68,323 miles
  • 2024 – 61,262 miles
  • 2023 – 54,263 miles
  • 2022 – 48,868 miles
  • 2021 – 36,150 miles
  • 2020 – 26,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,614 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 5 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    72,614 miles
    Test number
    395376835380
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail72,614 miles (+4,291)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,614 miles
    Test number
    750292475500
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass68,323 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    68,323 miles
    Test number
    231478300857
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail68,323 miles (+7,061)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,323 miles
    Test number
    186256155016
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass61,262 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    61,262 miles
    Test number
    542611118227
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside rear and offside rear
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryT P M S light on
    • AdvisoryPartial undertrays fitted

  6. Fail61,262 miles (+6,999)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,262 miles
    Test number
    317785501355
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside rear and offside rear
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryT P M S light on
    • AdvisoryPartial undertrays fitted

  7. Pass54,263 miles (+5,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    54,263 miles
    Test number
    434412101530
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass48,868 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    48,868 miles
    Test number
    771309960174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONGLY RECOMMEND (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail48,868 miles (+12,718)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,868 miles
    Test number
    125073196585
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONGLY RECOMMEND (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass36,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    36,150 miles
    Test number
    746811952988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail36,150 miles (+9,882)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,150 miles
    Test number
    488876632097
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass26,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    26,268 miles
    Test number
    668439046035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V14 MLS

Does V14 MLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V14 MLS is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V14 MLS?
The MOT on V14 MLS is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V14 MLS done?
V14 MLS was recorded at 72,614 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 7,684 miles a year.
Has V14 MLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V14 MLS has failed 5 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V14 MLS 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 V14 MLS find?
V14 MLS passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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