2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · BT66 MWC

The 2016 Kia Sportage presents a consistent history of roadworthiness over the last four years. The most recent inspection conducted in February 2026 at 98,323 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. This follows a trend of clean passes dating back to 2022, indicating the vehicle has maintained its mechanical integrity without failing critical components. The absence of recurring advisories across multiple tests suggests that the previous owners have proactively maintained the vehicle and addressed any minor wear before it could escalate into failure points. The mileage profile is typical for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Between September 2022 and October 2023, the car covered 12,063 miles, showing a period of higher usage. However, the rate slowed significantly between October 2023 and February 2025, where only 8,783 miles were recorded in over sixteen months. This drop in usage can sometimes lead to flat-spotted tyres or brake corrosion, but the clean 2026 test confirms these issues have not reached an operational level. Given the vehicle is approaching the 100,000-mile mark, the focus should shift to high-wear components that the MOT does not fully test. While the record shows no structural corrosion or brake binding issues, a buyer should still verify the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, which often degrade at this mileage. The data supports a stable vehicle history that has avoided the major mechanical or structural failures common in neglected 2016 models.