2020 Kia Sportage Gt-Line S Isg — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 479 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Kia Sportage Gt-Line S Isg, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.0% | 24 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.8% | 23 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.3% | 11 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.1% | 10 |
| 5 | Steering | 1.5% | 7 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.3% | 6 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 25 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 25 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 14 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 10 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 9 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 7 |
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 | 21.9% | 105 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.6% | 70 |
| 3 | Other defects | 8.8% | 42 |
| 4 | Steering | 5.2% | 25 |
| 5 | Suspension | 5.0% | 24 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.8% | 18 |
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 | 288 | 6.6% |
| 30-60k | 181 | 16.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 161 | 9.9% |
| 2024 | 153 | 9.2% |
| 2025 | 165 | 11.5% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Sportage Gt-Line S Isg
Before buying a 2020 Kia Sportage Gt-Line S Isg, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.0% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.0% 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 (4.8% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 Gt-Line S Isgs pass their MOT?
89.8% of the 479 2020 Kia Sportage Gt-Line S Isg MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Kia Sportage Gt-Line S Isg?
Visibility, recorded in 5.0% of tests, followed by tyres (4.8%).
Does the 2020 Sportage Gt-Line S Isg get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.6% in the 0-30k band to 16.0% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 479 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.