2016 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · BP16 WYL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a sudden decline in preventative maintenance. While it passed the test on 7 June 2025 at 79,322 miles, it failed the initial inspection that same day due to multiple safety-related defects. The presence of thin brake pads, worn front discs, and both front tyres reaching the legal tread limit suggests that the previous owner neglected routine consumable replacements until forced to act by the MOT test failure. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. Between October 2022 at 62,642 miles and June 2024 at 73,390 miles, the car covered over 11,000 miles, showing steady usage patterns. However, the 6,000 miles driven between the June 2024 and June 2025 tests coincide with the significant wear noted on the braking system and tyres recorded in the most recent report. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking system and front suspension. The 2025 failure flagged both front and rear brake pads alongside worn front discs, indicating the entire braking circuit was nearing the end of its life simultaneously. The edge wear on the front tyres also suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require a professional check to rectify. Verify that the headlamp aim, which was a cause for the 2025 failure, has been correctly adjusted to avoid glare for other drivers.