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LO14 DYW

2014 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,169 mi
Last recorded93,169 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 Kia Sportage58,618 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO14 DYW
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 93,169 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Mar 2026 93,168 miles

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system connection to caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Mar 2025 87,314 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 31 Mar 2025 87,314 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 2 Sep 2023 76,111 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2023 76,111 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Both sides (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 72,191 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 14 Aug 2021 67,171 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 64,005 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 60,598 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 3 Sep 2018 55,130 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has deep cut in tread possible cords seen

Pass 4 Sep 2017 48,761 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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LO14 DYW is a 2014 Kia Sportage in White 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 LO14 DYW, 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.

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What year was LO14 DYW registered?

LO14 DYW is a 2014 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 May 2014.

Is LO14 DYW safe to buy?

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