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Kia Sportage

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

V6 BRSMOT history

V6 BRS is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 23 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 107,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

V6 BRS white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
107,540 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 BRS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 BRS was last recorded at 107,540 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 7,947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,593 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,947 miles
Average per year
6,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,540 miles
  • 2025 – 99,593 miles
  • 2024 – 94,893 miles
  • 2023 – 89,165 miles
  • 2022 – 81,462 miles
  • 2021 – 74,050 miles
  • 2019 – 64,823 miles
  • 2018 – 59,031 miles
  • 2017 – 52,483 miles
  • 2016 – 46,916 miles
  • 2015 – 37,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,540 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,540 miles (+7,947)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    107,540 miles
    Test number
    505134156154
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass99,593 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,593 miles
    Test number
    169928249835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail99,591 miles (+660)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,591 miles
    Test number
    823442755398
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    98,931 miles
    Test number
    848446652458
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail98,931 miles (+4,038)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,931 miles
    Test number
    767954960807
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass94,893 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    94,893 miles
    Test number
    968982333131
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail94,893 miles (+5,728)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,893 miles
    Test number
    732346578612
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass89,165 miles (+7,703)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,165 miles
    Test number
    379938400948
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil topped up prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,462 miles (+7,412)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    81,462 miles
    Test number
    716884743945
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass74,050 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,050 miles
    Test number
    475545910093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail74,049 miles (+9,226)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,049 miles
    Test number
    689579974523
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass64,823 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,823 miles
    Test number
    370088755638
    • AdvisoryFront WIPERS SMEARING SLIGHTLY
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail64,823 miles (+5,792)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,823 miles
    Test number
    818724915690
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront WIPERS SMEARING SLIGHTLY
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass59,031 miles (+6,548)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,031 miles
    Test number
    416376057522
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test AIR FRESHENER
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass52,483 miles (+5,567)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    52,483 miles
    Test number
    107965593627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,916 miles (+224)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    46,916 miles
    Test number
    758082935931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,692 miles (+9,101)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,692 miles
    Test number
    340773160319
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seatbelts due to child seats fitted
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect brakes through wheels and tyres
    • AdvisoryUndertray and Engine covers fitted

  18. Pass37,591 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    37,591 miles
    Test number
    557994225297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V6 BRS

Does V6 BRS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 BRS is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 BRS?
The MOT on V6 BRS is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 BRS done?
V6 BRS was recorded at 107,540 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 6,561 miles a year.
Has V6 BRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 BRS has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V6 BRS 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 V6 BRS find?
V6 BRS passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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