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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 59,237 miles on the clock, averaging 5,270 miles per year, below 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 GN16 UOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 59,237 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,130 |
| Average per year | 5,270 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | GN16 UOW |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GN — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GN16 UOW
What car is GN16 UOW?
GN16 UOW is a red Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.
What is the mileage of GN16 UOW?
The last recorded mileage for GN16 UOW was 59,237 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GN16 UOW passed its MOT?
GN16 UOW has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Jan 2026.
Is GN16 UOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GN16 UOW 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 GN16 UOW?
GN16 UOW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.