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LF18 GNK

2018 Kia Sportage · Diesel · 1995cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 8 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2018
FuelDiesel
Engine1995cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£190

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 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 72,909 miles on the clock, averaging 9,739 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 LF18 GNK

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,909
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2021
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
9,739

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading72,909 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year9,739
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LF18 GNK 35k45k54k64k73k '21'25'22

Check LF18 GNK

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,909 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,906 miles
Since last MOT+6,743 miles
PASS
Mileage66,163 miles
Since last MOT+15,698 miles
PASS
Mileage50,465 miles
Since last MOT+10,221 miles
PASS
Mileage40,244 miles
Since last MOT+4,885 miles
PASS
Mileage35,359 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,359 miles

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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

RegistrationLF18 GNK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1995cc
Year2018
First registered
Area codeLF — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier18 — March 2018 to August 2018

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About LF18 GNK

What car is LF18 GNK?

LF18 GNK is an black Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2018.

What is the mileage of LF18 GNK?

The last recorded mileage for LF18 GNK was 72,909 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LF18 GNK passed its MOT?

LF18 GNK has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2025.

Is LF18 GNK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF18 GNK 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 LF18 GNK?

LF18 GNK is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.