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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 74,600 miles on the clock, averaging 9,775 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 CL04 ELS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 74,600 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,215 |
| Average per year | 9,775 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | CL04 ELS |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Brown |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CL — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About CL04 ELS
What car is CL04 ELS?
CL04 ELS is a brown Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2018.
What is the mileage of CL04 ELS?
The last recorded mileage for CL04 ELS was 74,600 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CL04 ELS passed its MOT?
CL04 ELS has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Jul 2026.
Is CL04 ELS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CL04 ELS 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 CL04 ELS?
CL04 ELS is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.