2020 Kia Sportage 2 Crdi Isg Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,574 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Kia Sportage 2 Crdi Isg Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and brakes. Its pass rate of 90.6% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 14.1% in the 60-90k group versus 6.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.7% | 122 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.9% | 74 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.2% | 56 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.1% | 54 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 35 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.2% | 31 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 117 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 58 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 55 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 54 |
| 5 | Washers | 32 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 31 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 20.6% | 530 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.0% | 283 |
| 3 | Other defects | 8.8% | 226 |
| 4 | Steering | 5.4% | 138 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.9% | 99 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.0% | 77 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,066 | 6.5% |
| 30-60k | 1,322 | 11.0% |
| 60-90k | 163 | 14.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 1,674 | 10.1% |
| Hybrid | 900 | 8.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 78 | 5.1% |
| 2023 | 821 | 8.3% |
| 2024 | 832 | 9.9% |
| 2025 | 842 | 10.3% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Sportage 2 Crdi Isg Mhev
Before buying a 2020 Kia Sportage 2 Crdi Isg Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.7% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.7% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (2.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (2.2% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Kia Sportage 2 Crdi Isg Mhevs pass their MOT?
90.6% of the 2,574 2020 Kia Sportage 2 Crdi Isg Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Kia Sportage 2 Crdi Isg Mhev?
Visibility, recorded in 4.7% of tests, followed by tyres (2.9%).
Does the 2020 Sportage 2 Crdi Isg Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.5% in the 0-30k band to 14.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,574 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.