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LF14 LZK

2014 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,105 mi
Last recorded87,105 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 Kia Sportage58,618 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF14 LZK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 87,105 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 85,367 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Dec 2024 85,366 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 81,003 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 76,147 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 76,147 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 70,215 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

park brake travel near limit.

Pass 24 Apr 2020 61,510 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2020 61,510 miles

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 51,733 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 40,469 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 31,130 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 LZK is a 2014 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LF14 LZK, 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 LZK registered?

LF14 LZK is a 2014 Kia Sportage, first registered on 7 March 2014.

Is LF14 LZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF14 LZK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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