2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · HN21 CFD
2021 KIA Sportage (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2021. Recorded mileage 49,873 miles. MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,873 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HN21 CFD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2026
- 49,873 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HN21 CFD 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 2021 Kia Sportage (HN21 CFD) between October 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 October 2026 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: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
HN21 CFD Mileage History
- 31/10/202312,305 mi
- 24/10/202418,403 mi+6,098 mi
- 31/10/202418,440 mi+37 mi
- 07/10/202530,632 mi+12,192 mi
- 27/10/202649,873 mi+19,241 mi
Average of roughly 12,568 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Sportage (QL)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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