2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · EJ21 BCK
2021 KIA Sportage (1.6L, petrol). First registered 17 Jun 2021. Recorded mileage 21,600 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 21,600 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EJ21 BCK Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2026
- 21,600 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EJ21 BCK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Kia Sportage (EJ21 BCK) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
EJ21 BCK Mileage History
- 04/06/202411,954 mi
- 29/05/202515,819 mi+3,865 mi
- 11/06/202621,600 mi+5,781 mi
Average of roughly 4,780 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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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: Excellent
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