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AO65 SHJ

2015 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

99,324 mi
Last recorded99,324 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2015 Kia Sportage53,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO65 SHJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 99,324 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords N/S/F (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords O/S/F (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2026 99,294 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam N/S (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working O/S (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords N/S/F (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords O/S/F (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 94,085 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 89,287 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 29 May 2023 77,593 miles

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

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

Fail 29 May 2023 77,593 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both. (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 May 2022 67,930 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 58,214 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 May 2021 58,214 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2020 38,815 miles
Fail 12 May 2020 38,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235-55/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 5 Apr 2019 20,280 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 18,727 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2018 18,716 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (chalked) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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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AO65 SHJ is a 2015 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2015 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 53,274 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 AO65 SHJ, 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 11 years old, this Kia Sportage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AO65 SHJ registered?

AO65 SHJ is a 2015 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 November 2015.

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