R9RHD - KIA SPORTAGE
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 21 days ago
The Kia Sportage, often referred to simply as the Sportage, is a popular compact SUV renowned for its reliability and modern design. Manufactured by Kia Motors, a South Korean automaker with a reputation for producing innovative and value-driven vehicles, the Sportage has been in production since 1993, with recent models reflecting significant advancements in technology and safety. The 2023 Kia Sportage features a sleek exterior, a well-appointed interior, and a range of efficient engine options, making it a versatile choice for urban and outdoor adventures alike. Its core features include advanced driver assistance systems, user-friendly infotainment, and impressive fuel efficiency, all contributing to its status as a standout in the competitive SUV segment.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 12 MOT tests
This 2012 Kia Sportage (registration R9RHD) is a diesel vehicle with a 1995cc engine, finished in silver. It has a current MOT valid until August 2025, with the latest test conducted on 8 August 2024. The vehicle has covered 131,176 miles. The MOT advisories include reduced damping effect in the nearside front shock absorbers, slight oil misting, and minor play in the offside track rod end ball joint. Additional advisories note oil leaks, fluctuating rear brakes, and worn rear brake discs, along with a low effort on the offside hand brake. The vehicle is taxed and in overall condition consistent with its age, with no major safety issues reported.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
12
Passed Tests
10
Failed Tests
2
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 08 August 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 131,176 mi
Expires: 19 August 2025
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside hand brake effort getting low
Passed - 19 August 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 124,926 mi
Expires: 19 August 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory diff oil leak
Passed - 19 August 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 113,704 mi
Expires: 19 August 2023
Passed - 20 August 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 103,518 mi
Expires: 19 August 2022
Passed - 31 July 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 93,930 mi
Expires: 30 July 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 10 June 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,887 mi
Expires: 10 December 2020
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Boot full
- Advisory Rear trailing arm at o/s front bush becoming unbonded
Failed - 10 June 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,887 mi
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Boot full
- Advisory Rear trailing arm at o/s front bush becoming unbonded
Passed - 11 June 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 73,081 mi
Expires: 10 June 2019
Minor Defects:
- Minor Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (7.7 (c) (i))
Failed - 05 June 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 73,067 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Major Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (7.7 (c) (i))
Passed - 09 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,918 mi
Expires: 08 June 2018
Passed - 24 August 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,212 mi
Expires: 04 September 2017
Passed - 25 August 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,541 mi
Expires: 04 September 2016
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for R9RHD?
The MOT expires on 19 August 2025.
What is the tax status of R9RHD?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 October 2025.
What are the specifications of R9RHD?
This is a 2012 KIA SPORTAGE in Silver. It runs on Diesel with a 1995cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of R9RHD?
This vehicle produces 156 g/km of CO2 emissions.