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EK10 EEA

2010 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

116,935 mi
Last recorded116,935 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Kia Sportage70,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK10 EEA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 116,935 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 112,596 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 104,794 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 96,689 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft joint been removed

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

rear diff slightly noisy

Fail 14 Feb 2023 96,688 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft joint been removed

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

rear diff slightly noisy

Pass 21 Feb 2022 87,359 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 87,359 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 78,413 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 73,496 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 68,828 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres below 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 63,566 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 58,417 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 53,753 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 48,669 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 48,669 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 43,493 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear centre seat not checked as buckle under rear seat.

Pass 26 Mar 2014 43,493 miles

Rear centre seat not checked as buckle under rear seat.

Pass 28 Mar 2013 35,972 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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EK10 EEA is a 2010 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 70,328 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 EK10 EEA, 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 16 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EK10 EEA registered?

EK10 EEA is a 2010 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 March 2010.

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