KIA SPORTAGE2014 · 1.6L PETROL

The 2014 Kia Sportage presents a broadly stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 20 May 2026 at 63,529 miles passing cleanly with zero defects recorded. That said, the same test date also produced a failed result for an inoperative offside rear parking brake, which was evidently rectified immediately for the retest. This isolated parking brake fault does not indicate a systemic decline, but it does confirm that a mechanical issue surfaced and was addressed just weeks ago. The overall trajectory since 2023 shows a vehicle that has moved from advisories and minor wear items toward a fully clean pass, suggesting attentive upkeep in the recent past. At roughly 5,294 miles per year over twelve years, this Sportage has covered low mileage for its age. The record shows steady but modest accumulation, moving from 49,763 miles in September 2023 to 56,475 miles by August 2024, then to 60,417 miles by June 2025, and finally to 63,529 miles in May 2026. That equates to approximately 3,000 to 6,700 miles per interval, with the most recent year showing the highest annual jump. The gap between the August 2024 and June 2025 tests covers nearly a full year and almost 4,000 miles, which is reasonable. The data set is clean, with no obvious anomalies suggesting mileage rollback or long periods of inactivity, though the relatively low lifetime mileage means some components may have aged more through time than through use. Buyers should pay close attention to the rear braking system. The May 2024 test flagged worn rear brake pads and a worn, pitted offside rear brake disc, while the May 2026 failure identified an inoperative offside rear parking brake. This recurring focus on the rear braking circuit across consecutive years suggests the rear calipers, cables, or mechanisms deserve a thorough physical inspection. The parking brake fault in particular could point to a sticking caliper, a seized cable, or linkage wear that may return if not properly resolved. The August 2024 advisory regarding corrosion to the offside rear wheel arch area also warrants a close visual check. While the tester judged structural rigidity was not significantly reduced at that time, corrosion in wheel arch and sill areas on a twelve-year-old vehicle can progress quietly, especially if the car has spent periods stationary. A buyer should inspect the inner wheel arches, sills, and subframe mounting points for any signs of scaling or perforation. Front tyre wear noted in September 2023 at 3mm on both sides was a consumable item and has since been resolved, but it does hint that wheel alignment or suspension bushes may deserve attention if uneven wear patterns have returned.