KIA SPORTAGE2016 · 1.7L Diesel

The most recent MOT on 9 December 2025 shows this Kia Sportage passed with a clean sheet at 101,277 miles, which is a positive sign. However, the vehicle also failed on the same day with no defects recorded, suggesting a minor administrative or test-abort issue rather than a mechanical failure. The overall maintenance trend is stable and improving, as the previous three annual tests also passed with no advisories or defects. This record indicates consistent, trouble-free operation over the last three years. The mileage pattern is typical for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 10,128 miles per year. The recorded intervals show steady annual use: 81,862 miles in December 2023, 92,798 miles in December 2024, and 101,277 miles in December 2025. That equates to approximately 10,935 miles between the first two tests and 8,479 miles in the most recent year, a slight reduction but nothing unusual. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in mileage, and the odometer progression is logical and consistent. Given the clean MOT history with no structural, suspension, or brake advisories, the car appears mechanically sound on paper. A buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection, focusing on typical wear items for a vehicle of this age and mileage. Check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of corrosion or deterioration, examine the brake discs and pads for even wear, and look for any binding calipers. Also inspect the exhaust system for corrosion and ensure the tyres have adequate tread depth and even wear. The lack of recorded faults is encouraging, but a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic remains essential to verify the vehicle's true condition.