KIA SPORTAGE2013 · 1.7L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on its recent history. The most recent test on 05 September 2025 at 115,244 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on the same day. This suggests the owner is proactive in rectifying identified faults immediately to maintain compliance. Since that successful pass nearly nine months ago, the vehicle has maintained its status, indicating a consistent level of mechanical upkeep under current operation. At 115,244 miles over 13 years, the Sportage averages approximately 8,865 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for an SUV of this age. The mileage shows a steady progression, with roughly 14,700 miles driven between September 2023 and September 2024, and another 15,013 miles between September 2024 and September 2025. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to seal degradation and corrosion in stationary components. While the recent records are clean, the buyer should still perform a physical inspection of components prone to high-mileage wear on this model. Focus on the suspension geometry, control arm bushes, and coil springs for signs of fatigue, as these often degrade after 100,000 miles. Given the age, checking the brake discs for excessive thinning or binding calipers is advisable. Additionally, inspect the chassis for structural corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe, to ensure the integrity has not been compromised despite the clean MOT results.