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KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG (2019)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 813 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,587

£132/month

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 12-25

1591cc Petrol

Great Choice

91% pass rate, £1587/year to run. 9 points above average.

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Petrol1591cc7 years old813 tests34k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1591cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200
Total per year£1,587
Per month£132/mo
Per week£31/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

91% MOT pass rate(Excellent)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.

At 7 years old, 91% of KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISGs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 813 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 34,352 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 cars700th of 1,419(top 49%)
Rank among KIA models196th of 472(top 42%)
vs national average+9%(82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average+1%(90% avg)
vs KIA average+5%(86% avg)

Mileage Analysis

34,352

Average miles

vs

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2019 KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG has 34,352 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 90%. The 2019 sits between the two at 91%.

KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202190%6221,444 mi
202092%1,51328,915 mi
201991%81334,352 mi

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About the 2019 KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG

The 2019 KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG is a small family car with a 1591cc petrol engine. 813 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 34,352 miles at 7 years old, KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2019 KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG 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 £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2019 KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,587 132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG Reliability Trend

The KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2019 KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 92%.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2019 KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

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 2019 KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
KIA SPORTAGE PLATINUM EDITION ISG(2019)91%£1137£195Grp 12-25£1587
FORD FOCUS(2017)89%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1732+£145
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£37
VAUXHALL CORSA(2017)82%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732+£145
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)92%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582-£5

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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