2019 KIA Sportage 1.6L Diesel · 397 FG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT in March 2026 at 59,310 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent sign of instability, as the car failed the test just nine miles prior due to an inoperative engine management indicator light. While the fault was rectified to secure the pass, the presence of an MIL failure suggests a potential electrical fault or sensor-related issue that the owner only addressed immediately before the retest. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 32,804 miles in March 2023 to 50,464 miles in 2025, reaching nearly 60,000 miles by the most recent test. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has been driven consistently rather than sitting idle for long periods, which is generally beneficial for the integrity of rubber components and fluid systems. A buyer must pay close attention to the rear suspension, which showed recurring signs of wear. The March 2024 test at 42,007 miles flagged both rear suspension arm trailing arm bushes as peeling and showing signs of wear, alongside uneven tyre wear on the inner edges and sidewall damage. This pattern indicates a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension components that may have accelerated tyre degradation. A physical inspection should verify if these bushes have been replaced and if the current tyres show uniform wear patterns.