KIA SPORTAGE2018 · 1.6L PETROL

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 14 November 2025 at 106,799 miles which returned with no defects. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes in early 2025 and 2024. While the vehicle failed once on 22 January 2024, the immediate rectification and subsequent pass on the same day suggest the owner is proactive regarding essential safety repairs. The mileage profile indicates a high-use pattern for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 13,350 miles annually. There is a significant gap in records between the December 2022 test at 78,701 miles and the January 2024 test at 93,278 miles, representing over 14,000 miles driven in thirteen months. Since then, usage has remained high, covering 13,521 miles in the year leading to the last two tests. This consistent accumulation puts higher strain on drivetrain components and suspension bushings compared to lower-mileage Sportage examples. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension geometry and braking assembly, as the high mileage often accelerates wear on coil springs and control arms. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the latest tests, checking for emerging structural corrosion on the exhaust and underbody is necessary, as these items often fail suddenly without prior warning. The clean history of the last three tests suggests the high-frequency usage has not yet led to neglected mechanical failure or structural degradation.