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F12 JBR

2014 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

88,837 mi
Last recorded88,837 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Kia Sportage58,618 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF12 JBR
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 88,837 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))

Pass 29 May 2025 75,792 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 63,296 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 59,874 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2023 59,874 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2022 51,168 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 47,874 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2021 43,518 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2021 43,518 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 38,493 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 32,957 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 26,827 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Worn to 2.0mm (replacement recommended) (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 19,575 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 Apr 2017 19,575 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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F12 JBR is a 2014 Kia Sportage in White 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 F12 JBR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F12 JBR registered?

F12 JBR is a 2014 Kia Sportage, first registered on 9 April 2014.

Is F12 JBR safe to buy?

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