The road tax status for SM65 BFV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SM65 BFV?

The MOT for SM65 BFV is valid and due for renewal on or before 4 February 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of SM65 BFV?

The recorded mileage for SM65 BFV is 90,322 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SM65 BFV ULEZ compliant?

Yes, SM65 BFV (KIA SPORTAGE) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does SM65 BFV have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, SM65 BFV is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2015 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · SM65 BFV

SM65 BFV

2015 KIA Sportage (1.7L, diesel). First registered 14/10/2015. Recorded mileage 90,322 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: KIA SPORTAGE
Year / Origin: 2015 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 04/02/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 90,322 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 04/02/2026

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Mileage: 90,322 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2015
Engine: 1685cc

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SM65 BFV Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 05/02/2025
90,322 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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SM65 BFV Mileage History

22/10/202276,884 mi
24/10/202276,884 mi
17/10/202382,011 mi+5,127 mi
05/02/202590,322 mi+8,311 mi

Average of roughly 5,862 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

SM65 BFV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 09:00

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Kia Sportage (SM65 BFV) between October 2022 and February 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 05 February 2025 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: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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: “Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”.

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