2017 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · AX66 MKD

The January 8 2026 MOT at 84,970 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming that the 2017 Kia Sportage remains roadworthy and that the maintenance record shows a stable trend without recent decline or improvement. The test, conducted just six months before today's date, provides the most recent evidence of continued compliance. From the October 2022 test at 53,171 miles to the January 2026 test at 84,970 miles, the mileage has risen steadily, with a December 2024 reading of 70,911 miles and an October 2023 reading of 61,300 miles confirming a consistent annual progression. The average annual mileage of roughly 9,440 miles matches the vehicle's nine‑year age and suggests regular, moderate use rather than aggressive driving or long periods of inactivity. A buyer should therefore focus on the mechanical components that commonly show wear at this mileage and age: suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of cracking or corrosion, binding rear brake calipers and worn brake discs, and any structural rust around the wheel arches, sills and chassis rails. These items merit close inspection because the MOT history records no specific faults but does not cover their physical condition. In addition, a visual check of tyre tread depth, wiper blade condition and the integrity of the exhaust system is advisable, as the MOT history records no specific failures but does not cover these consumable items.