2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · AK70 VFT
2021 KIA Sportage (1.6L, petrol). First registered 11 Jan 2021. Recorded mileage 40,031 miles. MOT valid until 10 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 40,031 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
AK70 VFT Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/01/2026
- 40,031 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AK70 VFT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Kia Sportage (AK70 VFT) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
AK70 VFT Mileage History
- 09/01/202426,390 mi
- 09/01/202532,077 mi+5,687 mi
- 08/01/202640,031 mi+7,954 mi
- 08/01/202640,031 mi
Average of roughly 6,823 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Kia Sportage (QL)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (AK70 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as AK70VFT.
BMW
M4 COMPETITION M XDRIVE AUTO
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF LIFE TSI
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF LIFE TSI
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF LIFE TSI
MERCEDES-BENZ
S 580 L AMG LN PREM + EXEC E A
JAGUAR
I-PACE
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF STYLE TSI
VOLKSWAGEN
ID3 1ST EDITION
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF LIFE ETSI S-A
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF STYLE TSI
NISSAN
JUKE TEKNA DIG-T
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF LIFE ETSI S-A
KIA SPORTAGE Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2021 model year cars.
- DCT gearbox clutch judderSerious
The 7-speed dual-clutch transmission can develop shudder, hesitation and poor low-speed manners. Some cars improve with software, others need a clutch pack.
- LED DRL and camera-related electrical faultsModerate
Lighting electronics, reverse cameras and tailgate wiring can all cause minor but annoying faults on ageing QL cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.