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NV14 OBY

2014 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,420 mi
Last recorded106,420 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Kia Sportage58,618 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV14 OBY
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 106,420 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 23 Jun 2025 96,530 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 90,566 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 83,175 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 83,175 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 75,604 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyre cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 75,604 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyre cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 69,922 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 64,152 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 64,152 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 50,764 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))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 33,819 miles

Engine bay cover(s) fitted preventing the inspection of some components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm measured (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Wiper slightly smearing the windscreen but still providing an adequate view

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm measured (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Wiper slightly smearing the windscreen but still providing an adequate view

Under body cover(s) fitted preventing the inspection of some components

Fail 26 Jun 2018 33,819 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Engine bay cover(s) fitted preventing the inspection of some components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm measured (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Wiper slightly smearing the windscreen but still providing an adequate view

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm measured (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Wiper slightly smearing the windscreen but still providing an adequate view

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Under body cover(s) fitted preventing the inspection of some components

Pass 4 Jul 2017 18,786 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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NV14 OBY is a 2014 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NV14 OBY, 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 NV14 OBY registered?

NV14 OBY is a 2014 Kia Sportage, first registered on 7 July 2014.

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