2017 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · S25 AAW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. The most recent test on July 28, 2025 at 60,956 miles saw a failure due to a missing offside front road wheel fixing and a tyre worn to the legal limit. While the vehicle passed immediately upon re-test, the presence of a missing wheel bolt suggests a lapse in basic pre-inspection checks regarding safety-critical hardware. At 60,956 miles over nine years, the Sportage has averaged approximately 6,773 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a family vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 4,800 miles covered between July 2024 and July 2025, and over 6,000 miles in the preceding year. This steady mileage suggests the drivetrain and engine have not been subjected to extreme stress, though the recurring tyre issues indicate that consumable items are only addressed when they fail an MOT. A buyer should focus closely on the suspension alignment and tyre wear, as the history shows repeated edge wear and tread depth failures across 2024 and 2025. The offside front tyre wearing on the edge often points to tracking issues or worn suspension bushes. Additionally, the July 2023 failure at 49,957 miles regarding an inoperative parking brake and low efficiency necessitates a physical inspection of the hand brake mechanism and cables to ensure they are properly adjusted and not seized or corroded.