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EMA 8F

2023 Kia Sportage

White Electric
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,071 mi
Last recorded79,071 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMA 8F
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2023
ColourWhite
Fuel typeElectric

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 79,071 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside washer jet weak

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Tyre obviously under inflated tpms light on (5.2.3 (l))

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 14 Nov 2024 63,411 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2024 63,411 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 53,026 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 49,144 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 36,484 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 36,484 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 31,167 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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EMA 8F is a 2023 Kia Sportage in White. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EMA 8F, 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 3 years old, this Kia Sportage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EMA 8F registered?

EMA 8F is a 2023 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 March 2023.

Is EMA 8F safe to buy?

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