2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · SM16 YUE
2016 KIA Sportage (1.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 72,043 miles. MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,043 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM16 YUE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 25/08/2026
- 72,043 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM16 YUE 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 (SM16 YUE) between June 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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: “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
SM16 YUE Mileage History
- 24/06/202365,156 mi
- 26/06/202365,156 mi
- 30/07/202468,392 mi+3,236 mi
- 17/08/202569,965 mi+1,573 mi
- 25/08/202672,043 mi+2,078 mi
Average of roughly 2,172 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Sportage (QL)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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