2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · GD16 AYV
2016 KIA Sportage (1.7L, diesel). First registered 31 May 2016. Recorded mileage 105,583 miles. MOT expired on 13 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,583 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GD16 AYV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/09/2025
- 105,583 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GD16 AYV 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 (GD16 AYV) between May 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 September 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: Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
GD16 AYV Mileage History
- 05/05/202259,775 mi
- 13/09/202377,557 mi+17,782 mi
- 12/09/202489,792 mi+12,235 mi
- 11/09/2025105,574 mi+15,782 mi
- 15/09/2025105,583 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 13,617 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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