Kia Sportage: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 4.2% of Kia Sportage MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2005, 2006 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 10,388 | 22.3% |
| 2006 | 10,128 | 22.0% |
| 2007 | 11,157 | 21.1% |
| 2008 | 11,444 | 16.4% |
| 2009 | 17,074 | 14.5% |
| 2010 | 28,412 | 13.5% |
| 2011 | 50,311 | 13.5% |
| 2012 | 83,318 | 12.8% |
| 2013 | 115,591 | 9.0% |
Methodology & source. 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.