2020 KIA Sportage GT-LN S Crdi Mhev SA 1.6L Hybrid electric · AE70 WKF

The 2020 Kia Sportage GT-Line S CRDI MHEV SA presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, with its most recent MOT on 11 October 2025 at 38,614 miles passing cleanly with zero defects. This is a strong indicator that the vehicle is currently in sound mechanical order. The previous test on 16 October 2024 at 29,050 miles flagged three minor advisories, both rear tyres worn close to the legal limit on their inner edges and a minor exhaust leak at the rear. The fact that none of these items reappeared in the 2025 test suggests they were properly rectified, pointing to an attentive owner who addressed faults promptly rather than ignoring them. The mileage accumulation is consistent and typical for a six-year-old vehicle. Between the October 2024 test at 29,050 miles and the October 2025 test at 38,614 miles, the vehicle covered 9,564 miles in twelve months, which is higher than the overall annual average of roughly 6,436 miles. This uptick in recent use does not raise any red flags, but it does mean consumable components such as brake pads, discs, and tyres may be wearing at a slightly faster rate than the long-term average would suggest. The earlier record shows a clean pass on 6 September 2023 at 22,875 miles, and a failed test five days prior on 1 September 2023 at 22,722 miles solely for a non-functioning 13-pin trailer socket, which was clearly fixed before the retest. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should pay close attention to the rear suspension and exhaust system. The inner-edge wear pattern on both rear tyres flagged in October 2024 could indicate misalignment or worn rear suspension bushes and tracking geometry. Even though the tyres were replaced and the advisory cleared, it is worth checking whether the underlying alignment was corrected or simply masked by new rubber. The minor rear exhaust leak noted at the same test also warrants a visual check of the rear silencer and joint seams for corrosion or cracking, particularly if the vehicle has been used for short trips that promote condensation buildup inside the exhaust. The drivetrain itself appears healthy, with no recurring mechanical faults across the MOT record. The mild hybrid diesel system has not generated any emissions or engine-related advisories. Still, a test drive should focus on assessing the auto gearbox or dual-clutch transmission for smooth shifts, the 48V mild hybrid system for correct regenerative braking behaviour, and the condition of the front brake components given the increased recent mileage. Overall, this is a well-maintained example with a transparent and reassuring MOT history, and no evidence of deferred repairs or structural deterioration.