2024 KIA Sportage 3 ISG 1.6L Petrol · KF24 ORP

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2024 Kia Sportage 3 ISG was conducted on 3 August 2026 and resulted in a pass, with no defects, advisories, or failure points recorded against the vehicle. With only a single MOT entry on the official record, there is insufficient longitudinal data to identify any established trend, whether improving or worsening. The absence of any recorded advisories at the most recent inspection is a positive indicator, suggesting that the braking system, suspension components, tyres, lighting, exhaust emissions, and structural elements were all found to be in a roadworthy condition by the tester at the time of examination. Given that the vehicle is still relatively young and this constitutes its first MOT, a clean pass is broadly consistent with manufacturer-supported vehicles that have been correctly serviced within the franchised network. Recorded mileage stands at 14,122 miles over an approximate two-year ownership period, equating to around 7,061 miles annually. This places the vehicle broadly in line with the national average mileage for a car of its age and indicates consistent, moderate usage rather than extremes of either long periods of standing or motorway-grade high annual accumulation. Such an annual figure implies steady wear across consumables, with brakes, tyres, and drivetrain components all subjected to regular but not excessive use. There are no sudden gaps or unexplained jumps in the recorded mileage that might suggest clocking, missed servicing intervals, or prolonged periods of inactivity that could lead to mechanical concerns. Despite the clean MOT record, any prospective buyer should still conduct age-and-mileage-appropriate physical checks before purchase. Even on low-mileage vehicles of this age, the 12V battery can deteriorate from calendar ageing rather than cycling, particularly if the vehicle has been used predominantly for short urban journeys, and a battery health check or replacement budget should be considered. Brake discs, even those appearing in good condition, may exhibit surface corrosion from standing or light use, and binding calipers are a known concern that can be identified through uneven brake pad wear or by spinning the wheels by hand during a viewing. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and degrades over time regardless of mileage, so verifying the date of the last fluid change is advisable, along with confirmation of the most recent coolant and engine oil service intervals. On the exterior, tyres should be carefully inspected for sidewall perishing or cracking from age, as rubber compounds deteriorate even with tread remaining, and the production date code on the sidewall should be checked to ensure they are not older than the vehicle itself. The suspension should be examined for any signs of worn bushes, degraded coil springs, or corroded components, particularly given the relatively low mileage which can allow standing corrosion to take hold on exposed metal surfaces. A thorough test drive should be undertaken on varied road surfaces to listen for any suspension clunks, brake shudder under firm application, or irregular noises from the drivetrain. Finally, verifying the service book stamps and confirming that the vehicle has been maintained in accordance with Kia's recommended schedules will provide additional confidence that the clean MOT history reflects genuine mechanical condition rather than simply a lack of recorded defects at this early stage.