2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · MH65 VXL
2016 KIA Sportage (1.7L, diesel). First registered 28 Jan 2016. Recorded mileage 71,855 miles. MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,855 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MH65 VXL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2026
- 71,855 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MH65 VXL 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 (MH65 VXL) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
MH65 VXL Mileage History
- 27/07/202462,265 mi
- 27/07/202462,265 mi
- 24/07/202567,654 mi+5,389 mi
- 29/07/202671,853 mi+4,199 mi
- 31/07/202671,855 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 4,771 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Sportage (QL)
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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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