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 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 60,974 miles on the clock, averaging 4,499 miles per year, well 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 MA16 EFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,974 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,116 |
| Average per year | 4,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | MA16 EFJ |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About MA16 EFJ
What car is MA16 EFJ?
MA16 EFJ is an white Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Manchester in 2016.
What is the mileage of MA16 EFJ?
The last recorded mileage for MA16 EFJ was 60,974 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA16 EFJ passed its MOT?
MA16 EFJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2025.
Is MA16 EFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA16 EFJ 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 MA16 EFJ?
MA16 EFJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.