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 2015 Kia Sportage Diesel 1685cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 83,870 miles on the clock, averaging 8,462 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for BY04 SAM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 83,870 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,567 |
| Average per year | 8,462 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Kia Sportage
These are the most commonly reported problems on Kia Sportage models (2010–2015), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
D4FD
Chain elongates (longer life than related U2 engines, but still fails).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BY04 SAM |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BY — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BY04 SAM
What car is BY04 SAM?
BY04 SAM is a black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2015.
What is the mileage of BY04 SAM?
The last recorded mileage for BY04 SAM was 83,870 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BY04 SAM passed its MOT?
BY04 SAM has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2026.
Is BY04 SAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BY04 SAM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BY04 SAM?
BY04 SAM is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.