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A8 DLS

2011 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,379 mi
Last recorded69,379 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Sportage74,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 DLS
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 69,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both ( rear bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 63,911 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (inner and outer edges) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 63,911 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (inner and outer edges) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 58,464 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 53,644 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 50,079 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 47,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2020 47,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 42,406 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 36,842 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 30,298 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 26,557 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 23,445 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2014 20,681 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/F TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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A8 DLS is a 2011 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 74,137 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 DLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 15 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 DLS registered?

A8 DLS is a 2011 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is A8 DLS safe to buy?

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