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 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 53,127 miles on the clock, averaging 8,084 miles per year, around 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 AR09 RED
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 53,127 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,749 |
| Average per year | 8,084 |
| 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 | AR09 RED |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AR — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About AR09 RED
What car is AR09 RED?
AR09 RED is an red Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Norwich in 2018.
What is the mileage of AR09 RED?
The last recorded mileage for AR09 RED was 53,127 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AR09 RED passed its MOT?
AR09 RED has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Sep 2025.
Is AR09 RED ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AR09 RED 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 AR09 RED?
AR09 RED is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.