2015 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · KW65 AAN

This KIA Sportage demonstrates a stable but inconsistent MOT history, with the most recent test occurring just six weeks ago on 26 November 2025. The vehicle passed cleanly at 101,701 miles, though it had failed the prior test just two days earlier at 101,695 miles without any recorded defects. This pattern of consecutive passes and fails—repeated in 2024 and 2023—suggests either a test centre error or a vehicle that narrowly avoids minor failings rather than a worsening mechanical trend. No advisories or recurring faults appear in the record, which implies the tester did not identify any latent issues requiring attention beyond the pass/fail threshold. The mileage progression of approximately 9,246 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, though the abrupt jumps between tests—such as the 12,329 miles covered between the October 2024 fail and the November 2024 pass—lack intermediate maintenance records. The gap between the November 2025 pass and today’s date (24 July 2026) means the vehicle has already exceeded its MOT expiry by over eight months, a critical red flag. Such prolonged operation without a test raises questions about whether the owner has been monitoring wear items like brakes, suspension, or emissions systems, which degrade predictably over time. Given the lack of recorded defects, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear components not typically flagged in basic MOTs. Focus on the rear brakes, as the repeated fails without defects could indicate binding calipers or uneven wear; check for corrosion on the brake lines and backing plates. The suspension bushes and coil springs should be examined for cracking or excessive play, particularly at the rear, where wear often manifests later in this model. Structural integrity is less concerning here, but inspect the wheel arches, sills, and subframe mounts for hidden corrosion, as this is a common failure point in Kias of this vintage. Emissions systems, including the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors, may also require verification, as they are frequently overlooked until they fail an MOT. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are sound—only that they were not severe enough to trigger a fail.