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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 90,550 miles on the clock, averaging 9,435 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 SM65 TXZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 90,550 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,697 |
| Average per year | 9,435 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SM65 TXZ |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 65 — September 2015 to February 2016 |
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About SM65 TXZ
What car is SM65 TXZ?
SM65 TXZ is an silver Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2016.
What is the mileage of SM65 TXZ?
The last recorded mileage for SM65 TXZ was 90,550 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM65 TXZ passed its MOT?
SM65 TXZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2026.
Is SM65 TXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM65 TXZ 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 SM65 TXZ?
SM65 TXZ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 65 means registered between 1 September 2015 and 28 February 2016.