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VU14 MKM

2014 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

108,785 mi
Last recorded108,785 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 Kia Sportage58,618 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU14 MKM
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 108,785 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 104,990 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2024 104,981 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 100,725 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 94,014 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated seeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 87,165 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 80,361 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively heavy lip on disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 72,753 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 59,415 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 48,608 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 40,961 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

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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VU14 MKM is a 2014 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 VU14 MKM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU14 MKM registered?

VU14 MKM is a 2014 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 March 2014.

Is VU14 MKM safe to buy?

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