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LFZ 3226

2012 Kia Sportage 1 CRDI

Blue Gas bi-fuel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

181,364 mi
Last recorded181,364 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFZ 3226
MakeKia
ModelSportage 1 CRDI
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 181,364 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2026 181,100 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2026 180,841 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 165,468 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 145,718 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2023 144,379 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 125,685 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 124,909 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 85,074 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 66,827 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 47,208 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage 1 CRDI?

Based on 2,798 MOT tests across 444 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
8,926
Miles/Year
444
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 1
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 1
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LFZ 3226 is a 2012 Kia Sportage 1 CRDI in Blue with a 1,685cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage 1 CRDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LFZ 3226, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LFZ 3226?

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What year was LFZ 3226 registered?

LFZ 3226 is a 2012 Kia Sportage 1 CRDI, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is LFZ 3226 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFZ 3226 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LFZ 3226 have outstanding finance?

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