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 2016 Kia Sportage Diesel 1995cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 106,085 miles on the clock, averaging 9,801 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 FV16 KAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 106,085 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,555 |
| Average per year | 9,801 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | FV16 KAU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About FV16 KAU
What car is FV16 KAU?
FV16 KAU is an red Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2016.
What is the mileage of FV16 KAU?
The last recorded mileage for FV16 KAU was 106,085 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV16 KAU passed its MOT?
FV16 KAU has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Feb 2026.
Is FV16 KAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV16 KAU 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 FV16 KAU?
FV16 KAU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.