2011 KIA Sportage 2.0L Petrol · BJ61 RCX
2011 KIA Sportage (2.0L, petrol). First registered 11 Nov 2011. Recorded mileage 83,576 miles. MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,576 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BJ61 RCX Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2025
- 83,576 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BJ61 RCX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Kia Sportage (BJ61 RCX) between October 2014 and December 2025.
The record contains 12 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
BJ61 RCX Mileage History
- 30/10/201412,561 mi
- 06/11/201516,182 mi+3,621 mi
- 11/11/201621,757 mi+5,575 mi
- 06/12/201729,580 mi+7,823 mi
- 30/11/201837,193 mi+7,613 mi
- 02/12/201944,254 mi+7,061 mi
- 03/12/201944,259 mi+5 mi
- 11/11/202051,657 mi+7,398 mi
- 02/12/202159,230 mi+7,573 mi
- 22/11/202265,841 mi+6,611 mi
- 04/12/202372,131 mi+6,290 mi
- 25/11/202477,472 mi+5,341 mi
- 11/12/202583,576 mi+6,104 mi
Average of roughly 6,389 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- DPF and EGR clogging on CRDi modelsModerate
Like many family SUVs, short journeys clog the DPF and EGR system, causing poor economy, limp mode and repeat warning lights on otherwise strong engines.
- AWD coupling and rear differential noiseModerate
Matched tyres and correct servicing matter. Neglect can lead to rear-coupling judder or differential whine, especially on higher-mileage AWD Sportages.
- Rear suspension bush and link wearModerate
A common UK wear theme rather than a design disaster. Bushes, links and dampers tire, leaving the rear of the car noisy and unsettled.
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