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2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · KY21 VOT

KY21 VOT

2021 KIA Sportage (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2021. Recorded mileage 48,618 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
KIA SPORTAGE
Year / Origin
2021 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 22 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
48,618 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 22 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2021
Engine
1591cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a clean record across the last three annual MOT tests. The most recent inspection conducted on 4 June 2026 at 48,618 miles resulted in no defects, indicating a stable and reliable maintenance trend. This consistency suggests that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle effectively, preventing the mechanical or structural failures that typically trigger MOT failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Between the May 2024 test at 27,401 miles and the June 2025 test at 37,953 miles, the car covered 10,552 miles. The subsequent interval saw another 10,665 miles covered up to the June 2026 test. This regular usage pattern is ideal as it minimizes the risk of component degradation associated with long periods of standing or high-intensity mileage. Since the MOT history shows no advisories regarding corrosion, suspension components, or brakes, a physical inspection should focus on standard consumable wear not captured by stationary testing. A buyer should verify the tread depth and condition of all four tyres and check for signs of uneven wear which might indicate alignment issues. Given the clean record, the integrity of the chassis and the condition of the suspension bushes appear to be in good order, but a visual check of fluid levels and brake pad thickness remains standard professional practice.
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KY21 VOT Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2026
  • 48,618 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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KY21 VOT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Jun 2026, 03:05
MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Kia Sportage (KY21 VOT) between May 2024 and June 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

KY21 VOT Mileage History

  1. 30/05/202427,401 mi
  2. 19/06/202537,953 mi+10,552 mi
  3. 04/06/202648,618 mi+10,665 mi

Average of roughly 10,540 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 AP

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
97
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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