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Kia Sportage

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

X23 SPMMOT history

X23 SPM is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 13 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 103,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

X23 SPM black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
103,055 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 SPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 SPM was last recorded at 103,055 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 6,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,351 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,704 miles
Average per year
7,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,055 miles
  • 2025 – 96,351 miles
  • 2024 – 89,762 miles
  • 2023 – 87,338 miles
  • 2022 – 79,825 miles
  • 2021 – 66,539 miles
  • 2020 – 60,323 miles
  • 2018 – 53,388 miles
  • 2017 – 44,493 miles
  • 2016 – 34,810 miles
  • 2015 – 27,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,055 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 7 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,055 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    103,055 miles
    Test number
    390289590580
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail103,055 miles (+6,704)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,055 miles
    Test number
    634809419965
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass96,351 miles (+6,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    96,351 miles
    Test number
    473941116765
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass89,762 miles (+2,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,762 miles
    Test number
    714967466000
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass87,338 miles (+7,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    87,338 miles
    Test number
    915387175709
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass79,825 miles (+13,286)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,825 miles
    Test number
    448621864902
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass66,539 miles (+49)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    66,539 miles
    Test number
    943558081717
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail66,490 miles (+6,167)2 major2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,490 miles
    Test number
    321526496932
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • 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))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass60,323 miles (+6,935)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    60,323 miles
    Test number
    946107472466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,388 miles (+8,895)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,388 miles
    Test number
    926922548254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,493 miles (+9,683)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    44,493 miles
    Test number
    517859142987
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front outer track rod ends dust covers perishing
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre tread worn and starting to get low
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  12. Pass34,810 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    34,810 miles
    Test number
    925696429174
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end gaiter perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end gaiter perished

  13. Fail34,810 miles (+7,341)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,810 miles
    Test number
    887101217728
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end gaiter perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end gaiter perished

  14. Pass27,469 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    27,469 miles
    Test number
    645076225584
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre running low close to legal limit

Questions about X23 SPM

Does X23 SPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 SPM is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X23 SPM?
The MOT on X23 SPM is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X23 SPM done?
X23 SPM was recorded at 103,055 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 7,014 miles a year.
Has X23 SPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 SPM has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X23 SPM 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 X23 SPM find?
X23 SPM passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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