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Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,591 cc

V18 KAPMOT history

V18 KAP is a black petrol Kia Sportage first used on 2 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 61,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

V18 KAP black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
61,513 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,587 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 KAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
2 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 KAP was last recorded at 61,513 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 8,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,946 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,567 miles
Average per year
5,587 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,513 miles
  • 2024 – 52,946 miles
  • 2023 – 45,610 miles
  • 2022 – 38,012 miles
  • 2021 – 34,819 miles
  • 2020 – 31,438 miles
  • 2019 – 25,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,513 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 18 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,513 miles (+8,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    61,513 miles
    Test number
    831714732501
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass52,946 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    52,946 miles
    Test number
    926986417903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail52,946 miles (+7,336)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,946 miles
    Test number
    829475815294
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass45,610 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    45,610 miles
    Test number
    232266265745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail45,610 miles (+7,598)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,610 miles
    Test number
    687168197153
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass38,012 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    38,012 miles
    Test number
    620019358396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail38,012 miles (+3,193)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,012 miles
    Test number
    166242780695
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass34,819 miles (+3,381)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    34,819 miles
    Test number
    790306000298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,438 miles (+6,057)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    31,438 miles
    Test number
    167787100087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass25,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    25,381 miles
    Test number
    528296513904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V18 KAP

Does V18 KAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 KAP is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V18 KAP?
The MOT on V18 KAP is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 KAP done?
V18 KAP was recorded at 61,513 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 5,587 miles a year.
Has V18 KAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 KAP has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on V18 KAP 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 V18 KAP find?
V18 KAP passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and both rear tyres.

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