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Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg reliable? We analysed 787 real MOT tests across 248 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 787 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.2%
Typical Mileage
29,934mi
Annual Mileage
7,696mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg.

Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

87.1%
2021

Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8

Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,100 mi/yr
Typical
7,696 mi/yr
Average
8,965 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,583 mi/yr

Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 744 87.1% 21,847 29,563 39,088

How Long Does a Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg Last?

Based on 248 Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.9 years
Median
4.0 years

Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
29,934 mi
75th Percentile
39,627 mi
95th Percentile
56,337 mi
Max Recorded
522,232 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

87.1% MOT pass rate from 744 tests

The best year to buy a used Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.1% across 744 tests.

How Does the Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg THIS CAR 87.2% 787 29,934 mi — yrs
Kia Sportage 80.4% 2,634,551 53,679 mi 26 yrs
Kia Picanto 77.1% 2,626,043 39,084 mi 22 yrs
Kia Ceed 76.1% 1,665,385 60,630 mi 19 yrs
Citroen C4 Picasso 7 Vtr+ HDI 74.1% 868 119,435 mi — yrs

Compared to the Kia Sportage (80.4% pass rate) and the Kia Picanto (77.1% pass rate), the Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg?

The Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.2% across 787 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg owner drives around 7,696 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg reliable?
Based on 787 MOT tests, the Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg has a 87.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg do per year?
The typical Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg does around 7,696 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kia Sportage Jbl Black Edition Isg is 2021 with a 87.1% pass rate across 744 tests.