2022 KIA Sportage GT-Line ISG HEV Auto 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · FG22 AAN

The most recent MOT, carried out on 8 April 2026, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle left the test centre in a road‑worthy condition. The preceding MOT on 7 April 2026 recorded a dangerous failure for parking‑brake efficiency and several major failures relating to the electronic parking‑brake system, all of which were evidently remedied before the re‑test. A similar pattern occurred in May 2025, where a major windscreen‑wiper fault was corrected and a pass was achieved later the same day. This pattern of prompt rectification suggests a maintenance approach that is responsive and improving, rather than allowing faults to persist. At 17 931 miles after just over four years of age the vehicle averages roughly 4 500 miles per annum, well below the typical UK average of 10‑12 000 miles per year. Such low utilisation often points to periods of extended storage or predominantly short‑haul use. While low mileage reduces wear on mechanical wear items such as clutch plates, brake pads and tyre tread, it also raises the likelihood of age‑related degradation: rubber compounds can harden, seals may dry out, and fluids can lose their protective properties even when the odometer reads modest figures. Potential consequences include tyre sidewall cracking, loss of brake‑disc corrosion protection, and the gradual weakening of battery capacity. Given the recent history of electronic parking‑brake faults, a prospective buyer should verify that the parking‑brake lever or switch now holds the vehicle securely on a gradient and that the electronic control unit displays no warning messages on the instrument cluster. During a test drive, listen for any clunk or hydraulic noise when the parking brake is applied and released, and check that the brake‑hold function engages and disengages smoothly. Inspect the rear brake discs for uneven wear or surface rust, and ensure the calipers move freely without binding. Confirm that the windscreen wipers sweep the glass evenly and clear water without streaking, as a lingering wiper fault could indicate motor or linkage wear. Because the car has been lightly used, the buyer should pay particular attention to age‑related items. Examine the tyre sidewalls for any signs of cracking, dry rot or bulging, especially on the front tyres which bear the majority of the load. Test the 12‑volt battery voltage and, if possible, have a load test performed to confirm it still holds charge, as batteries can deteriorate while the vehicle sits. Check that all fluid reservoirs – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid – are topped up and free from discoloration; fluid changes are typically recommended on a calendar basis (every 12‑24 months) regardless of mileage. Finally, review the service book for regular oil changes, timing‑belt or chain service (if applicable), and any records of suspension bushings or coil‑spring inspections, as these components benefit from periodic visual checks even on low‑kilometre vehicles.