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 118,868 miles on the clock, averaging 14,821 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 SE55 LOU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,868 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,427 |
| Average per year | 14,821 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SE55 LOU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SE — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SE55 LOU
What car is SE55 LOU?
SE55 LOU is an red Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2016.
What is the mileage of SE55 LOU?
The last recorded mileage for SE55 LOU was 118,868 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE55 LOU passed its MOT?
SE55 LOU has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Oct 2025.
Is SE55 LOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE55 LOU 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 SE55 LOU?
SE55 LOU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.