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LC15 KRF

2015 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

75,273 mi
Last recorded75,273 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2015 Kia Sportage53,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC15 KRF
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 75,273 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

tpms light on dash

Pass 2 Jun 2025 68,247 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

tpms light on dash

Pass 28 May 2024 61,832 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

long parking brake travel

tpms light on dash

Pass 2 Jun 2023 55,675 miles

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

long travel at parking brake lever

screw in n/s/r tyre

Pass 31 May 2022 49,688 miles

Handbrake has long travel

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

Pass 19 May 2021 44,827 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 44,827 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 40,424 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 35,130 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 30,150 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 30,150 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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LC15 KRF is a 2015 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 LC15 KRF, 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 LC15 KRF registered?

LC15 KRF is a 2015 Kia Sportage, first registered on 22 May 2015.

Is LC15 KRF safe to buy?

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