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PJ15 BVU

2015 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,105 mi
Last recorded82,105 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2015 Kia Sportage53,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ15 BVU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 82,105 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 82,105 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 74,857 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 1 Apr 2025 74,846 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/60R17 99H (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Apr 2024 67,758 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm"front "bush some wear and some cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear park brake slower to come on

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured indicators x2 pale in colour (4.4.3 (a))

general corrosion on underside

oil level a little low

Fail 24 Apr 2024 67,757 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm"front "bush some wear and some cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear park brake slower to come on

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured indicators x2 pale in colour (4.4.3 (a))

general corrosion on underside

oil level a little low

Pass 1 Dec 2022 56,480 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine oil level just above minimum

park brake travels a fair distance and park brake works at the end of travel

Pass 30 Nov 2021 50,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing round tread recommend replace ASAP (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing round tread recommend replace ASAP (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Replace ASAP 225/60/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing just starting to go (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 44,055 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2020 44,055 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 35,331 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 28,362 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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PJ15 BVU is a 2015 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2015 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 53,274 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 PJ15 BVU, 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 11 years old, this Kia Sportage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PJ15 BVU registered?

PJ15 BVU is a 2015 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 April 2015.

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