2016 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · FM65 EKU
2016 KIA Sportage (1.6L, petrol). First registered 15 Feb 2016. Recorded mileage 101,201 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,201 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FM65 EKU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2026
- 101,201 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.
FM65 EKU 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 (FM65 EKU) between February 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
FM65 EKU Mileage History
- 08/02/202376,392 mi
- 08/02/202376,392 mi
- 30/01/202490,534 mi+14,142 mi
- 07/02/202595,994 mi+5,460 mi
- 13/01/2026101,201 mi+5,207 mi
Average of roughly 8,467 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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