Kia Sportage (2022)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 1,082 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

92%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1591cc Petrol

Great Choice

92% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 10 points above average.

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Petrol1591cc4 years old1,082 tests25k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1591cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

92% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Kia brand average of 86%.

92% of MOT tests on Kia Sportages from 2022 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 2 years old. That's based on 1,082 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 24,731 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2022 models741st of 1,057(bottom half)

Rank among Kia models146th of 471(top half)

vs average of all models+10%(82% avg)

vs 2022 models average-2%(94% avg)

vs Kia average+6%(86% avg)

Mileage Analysis

24,731

Average miles

14,800

Expected for age

The average 2022 Kia Sportage had 24,731 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is well above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 91%, while the 2007 model has the lowest at 65%. The 2022 scores 92%, but cars from 2022 weren't due their first routine MOT until 2025, so its figure isn't compared here. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Kia Sportage by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	92%	1,082	24,731 mi
2021	91%	31,542	24,767 mi
2020	90%	21,479	30,287 mi
2019	89%	58,319	39,545 mi
2018	88%	60,314	48,804 mi
2017	86%	65,441	59,147 mi
2016	85%	66,048	67,665 mi
2015	82%	37,017	74,778 mi
2014	81%	34,495	83,477 mi
2013	76%	34,980	91,808 mi
2012	75%	24,908	99,218 mi
2011	74%	15,295	106,602 mi
2010	73%	7,894	103,955 mi
2009	70%	4,499	103,156 mi
2008	70%	2,910	106,403 mi
2007	65%	2,676	109,553 mi
2006	66%	2,245	112,934 mi
2005	66%	2,354	112,304 mi
2004	97%	31	123,135 mi
2003	74%	50	70,392 mi

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About the 2022 Kia Sportage

The 2022 Kia Sportage is a small family car. Our records list a 1591cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 1,082 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all models from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 24,731 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Kia Sportage owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2022 Kia Sportage Fuel Costs

The 1591cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2022 Kia Sportage?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Kia Sportage Reliability Trend

Newer Kia Sportages pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 15 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2022 Kia Sportage

At 4 years old, the Kia Sportage offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 91%.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2022 Kia Sportage stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Kia Sportage(2022)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853
Nissan Qashqai(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same
Mercedes A(2021)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086+£233
Volvo XC40(2020)	93%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086+£233
MINI Cooper(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2022 Kia Sportage

Is the 2022 Kia Sportage reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 92% of MOT tests on 2022 Kia Sportages ended in a pass, from 1,082 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 10 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2022 Kia Sportage cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2022 Kia Sportage?

92% of 1,082 MOT tests on the 2022 Kia Sportage ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 741st of 1,057 models first registered in 2022 (bottom half).

Which year Kia Sportage has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Kia Sportage has the highest MOT pass rate at 91% and the 2007 the lowest at 65%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2022 Kia Sportage?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2022 Kia Sportage is 24,731 miles, which is well above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.