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AO14 SNX

2014 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

102,451 mi
Last recorded102,451 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Kia Sportage58,618 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO14 SNX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 102,451 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in outer section of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 91,435 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 11 Jun 2025 91,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 82,397 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 82,397 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 74,953 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jul 2022 68,061 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 59,902 miles

parking brake has little reserve travel

Pass 6 Jul 2020 52,480 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 52,235 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 52,235 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Mar 2019 41,632 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 32,749 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 23,605 miles

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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AO14 SNX is a 2014 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2014 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 58,618 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO14 SNX, 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 12 years old, this Kia Sportage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AO14 SNX registered?

AO14 SNX is a 2014 Kia Sportage, first registered on 16 May 2014.

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