2010 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · RE60 AVG
2010 KIA Sportage (1.7L, diesel). First registered 16 Nov 2010. Recorded mileage 158,803 miles. MOT valid until 02 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,803 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
RE60 AVG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2026
- 158,803 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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RE60 AVG Mileage History
- 30/05/2024133,072 mi
- 03/06/2024133,078 mi+6 mi
- 23/05/2025144,661 mi+11,583 mi
- 26/05/2026158,578 mi+13,917 mi
- 04/06/2026158,803 mi+225 mi
Average of roughly 12,789 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RE60 AVG MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Kia Sportage (RE60 AVG) between May 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 June 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: Suspension (15 issues), Brakes (14 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 37 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 track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
This 2010 Kia Sportage diesel carries a
Given the high recorded mileage of 158,803 miles and the pattern of suspension wear appearing consistently across multiple tests, a pre-purchase inspection by an independent garage familiar with Kia/Kia Sportage models is strongly recommended. The repeat advisories around front brake disc wear, lower suspension arm bushes, and anti-roll bar linkage ball joints suggest these components have either been wearing steadily without replacement or have only recently been addressed after the May 2026 failure. Negotiate hard, and budget for likely replacement of front brake discs, suspension bushes, tyres, and possibly the drive belt within the first six months of ownership.
Check whether any work was actually carried out between the May 2026 failure and the June 2026 pass — the advisories on the pass mirror the failure closely, which raises questions about what was actually remedied. Request any invoices for replacement parts, particularly for suspension components and the offside front tyre that had exposed cords at failure. Also ask specifically about the parking brake adjustment, which has been flagged on both 2025 and 2026 tests, as this may indicate a deeper handbrake or rear brake issue rather than a simple cable adjustment.
The 1.7-litre CRDi diesel in this third-generation Sportage typically returns around 45-50 mpg on a mixed cycle, though real-world figures at this mileage may be lower. Road tax falls in a low bracket for diesel cars of this age, but diesel vehicles with high mileage can attract surcharges in low-emission zones, so consider Clean Air Zone charges if used in cities like Birmingham, Bath, or Glasgow. Insurance for a 2010 Sportage diesel is generally moderate, typically in group 18-20 depending on the driver's profile.
Estimated annual maintenance for a high-mileage diesel Sportage of this age should be budgeted at the higher end of the scale, around £800-£1,200, accounting for likely wear-item replacements including brake discs and pads, suspension bushes, and tyres. Diesel servicing with timing belt replacement intervals should also be factored in — if the cam belt has not been changed in recent years, this is a £400-£600 job that should not be deferred. Diesel particulate filters can also be a costly failure point on high-mileage examples.
The MOT history reveals a consistent pattern of front suspension and brake wear, so begin your inspection by jacking the front wheels and examining the lower control arm bushes, anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, and front brake discs for wear and corrosion. The May 2026 failure flagged multiple 'excessively worn' suspension components, so check whether these have actually been replaced or merely dressed up to pass the subsequent test. Pay particular attention to the offside front lower arm ball joint and nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage, both of which were flagged as excessively worn.
First registered in November 2010, this black 1.7-litre diesel Sportage has covered 158,803 miles across five recorded MOT tests, putting it well above the model's average annual mileage of around 7,900. Two of the five tests resulted in failures (May 2024 and May 2026), with the most recent failure listing seven items classed as 'dangerous' or 'major', including excessively worn suspension bushes and a tyre with exposed cords. The June 2026 pass still carried seven advisories covering wear to the belt, brake discs, suspension components, tyres, and parking brake adjustment.
Across 270,269 Kia Sportage vehicles analysed, the average MOT pass rate of 83.3% sits roughly in line with the broader used-car market. Top failure reasons include tyres, brake pads, and brake discs, which is consistent with the wear items seen on this particular vehicle.
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