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LF14 LXR

2014 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,758 mi
Last recorded94,758 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2014 Kia Sportage58,618 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF14 LXR
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 94,758 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 87,017 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 76,445 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 76,445 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 66,702 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 56,989 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 48,532 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 48,531 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 37,288 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 22,217 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 17,496 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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LF14 LXR is a 2014 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 2014 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 58,618 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 LF14 LXR, 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 LF14 LXR registered?

LF14 LXR is a 2014 Kia Sportage, first registered on 10 March 2014.

Is LF14 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF14 LXR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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