Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2018 Kia Sportage Diesel 1995cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 90,062 miles on the clock, averaging 11,100 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 CRDi engine is known for cp4 common-rail injection pump failure and piezo-electric injector wear and failure.
MOT & Mileage History for AJ18 SAM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 90,062 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,279 |
| Average per year | 11,100 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Kia Sportage
These are the most commonly reported problems on Kia Sportage models (2010–2022), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CP4 Common-Rail Injection Pump Failure
The pump fails prematurely due to poor diesel fuel quality (contamination, water, low lubricity). When it fails, metal debris circulates through the entire fuel system, clogging injectors and the fuel rail.[1]
Piezo-Electric Injector Wear and Failure
Injectors wear prematurely, particularly if CP4 pump debris has entered the system. Injector seats foul with carbon deposits, reducing spray pattern and combustion efficiency.[1][2]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AJ18 SAM |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About AJ18 SAM
What car is AJ18 SAM?
AJ18 SAM is an silver Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2018.
What is the mileage of AJ18 SAM?
The last recorded mileage for AJ18 SAM was 90,062 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ18 SAM passed its MOT?
AJ18 SAM has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2026.
Is AJ18 SAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ18 SAM is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AJ18 SAM?
AJ18 SAM is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.