2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · ET65 DFZ
2016 KIA Sportage (1.7L, diesel). First registered 10 Feb 2016. Recorded mileage 118,494 miles. MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,494 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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ET65 DFZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2026
- 118,494 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ET65 DFZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Kia Sportage (ET65 DFZ) between March 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 16 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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.
ET65 DFZ Mileage History
- 31/03/202267,249 mi
- 28/06/202378,505 mi+11,256 mi
- 01/11/202499,107 mi+20,602 mi
- 26/09/2025106,448 mi+7,341 mi
- 22/09/2026118,494 mi+12,046 mi
Average of roughly 11,441 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Sportage (QL)
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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.
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