Kia Sportage Jbl Blk Ed Di MHEV SA (2021)
2021 Kia Sportage Jbl Blk Ed Di MHEV SA
CarHunch analysed 124 real MOT records for the 2021 Kia Sportage Jbl Blk Ed Di MHEV SA. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 KIA Sportage JBL Black Edition is a notably reliable proposition, with 89.9% of vehicles passing first time against the UK average of 80%—that's a solid 10-point margin. Only 4% have ever encountered a dangerous defect, which is well below the threshold for concern.
At just under 32,000 miles median, these cars are still relatively young and lightly used, which partly explains the strong pass rate. The average vehicle racks up only 0.28 failures and 1.3 advisories per test, suggesting electrified Sportages are straightforward to maintain; if you're buying one, focus your pre-purchase inspection on brake wear and suspension items, as these typically drive the advisory count.
What to check before buying a 2021 Kia Sportage Jbl Blk Ed Di MHEV SA
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%) | 123 | 90.1% | 0.28 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 66.7% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Kia Sportage Jbl Blk Ed Di MHEV SA 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 2021 Kia Sportage Jbl Blk Ed Di MHEV SA vehicles fall between 23,858 and 41,150 miles.
MOT History Averages
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