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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 79,758 miles on the clock, averaging 8,049 miles per year, around 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 PL16 KSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 79,758 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,049 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | PL16 KSU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PL16 KSU
What car is PL16 KSU?
PL16 KSU is a silver Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PL16 KSU?
The last recorded mileage for PL16 KSU was 79,758 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL16 KSU passed its MOT?
PL16 KSU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2025.
Is PL16 KSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL16 KSU 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 PL16 KSU?
PL16 KSU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.