Kia Sportage 1 CRDI (2011)
2011 Kia Sportage 1 CRDI
CarHunch analysed 100 real MOT records for the 2011 Kia Sportage 1 CRDI. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2011 Kia Sportage 1 CRDi is a notably unreliable proposition: only 67% pass their MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and the typical vehicle has picked up 1.67 failures per test. The good news is that none of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects, so while they're troublesome, they're not unsafe in the ways that matter most.
At 110,000 miles median, these are well-used diesel SUVs, which is entirely expected for a 2011 model—but the pattern of frequent failures suggests wear and maintenance issues are catching up with them. If you're considering one, budget for remedial work and insist on a full pre-purchase inspection by a diesel specialist, because this model's track record shows you'll likely need it sooner rather than later.
What to check before buying a 2011 Kia Sportage 1 CRDI
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 99 | 66.9% | 1.65 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 1 | 66.7% | 4 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2011 Kia Sportage 1 CRDI vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2011 Kia Sportage 1 CRDI vehicles fall between 94,392 and 127,272 miles.
2011 Kia Sportage 1 CRDI — Still on the Road
58 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 79% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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