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LT10 SYJ

2010 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

59,200 mi
Last recorded59,200 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2010 Kia Sportage70,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT10 SYJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 59,200 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r, o/s/f, n/sf on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 May 2025 59,200 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r, o/s/f, n/sf on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2024 58,881 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 58,521 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 58,141 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 58,141 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 May 2021 57,792 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack boot (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

plastic trim covering sills

Pass 20 May 2020 57,254 miles

plastic trim covering sills

Pass 26 Mar 2019 56,781 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 56,316 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 53,086 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 49,110 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 45,028 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 42,933 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 32,723 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 25,212 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Jan 2013 25,212 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LT10 SYJ is a 2010 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 70,328 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 LT10 SYJ, 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 16 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LT10 SYJ registered?

LT10 SYJ is a 2010 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 March 2010.

Is LT10 SYJ safe to buy?

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