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SY16 XSP

2016 Kia Sportage · Diesel · 1995cc

Red Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1995cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 99,321 miles on the clock, averaging 9,338 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 SY16 XSP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
99,321
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2019
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,338

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 reading99,321 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,261
Average per year9,338
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY16 XSP 39k54k69k84k99k '19'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,321 miles
Since last MOT+1,261 miles
PASS
Mileage98,060 miles
Since last MOT+1,871 miles
PASS
Mileage96,189 miles
Since last MOT+4,430 miles
PASS
Mileage91,759 miles
Since last MOT+12,078 miles
PASS
Mileage79,681 miles
Since last MOT+15,985 miles
PASS
Mileage63,696 miles
Since last MOT+206 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,490 miles
Since last MOT+24,652 miles
PASS
Mileage38,838 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,838 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

RegistrationSY16 XSP
MakeKia
ModelSportage
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1995cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About SY16 XSP

What car is SY16 XSP?

SY16 XSP is an red Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Inverness in 2016.

What is the mileage of SY16 XSP?

The last recorded mileage for SY16 XSP was 99,321 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY16 XSP passed its MOT?

SY16 XSP has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2025.

Is SY16 XSP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY16 XSP 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 SY16 XSP?

SY16 XSP is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.