2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · CV21 LKA

The Kia Sportage presents as roadworthy following a clean pass on 2026-02-04 at 45,974 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across its short five-year history. The most recent test recorded no defects, and the vehicle carries a valid certificate roughly five months before today's date. Prior to this, the only blemishes were two failed tests logged with no defects recorded, suggesting administrative or presentation issues rather than mechanical faults. Mileage accumulation sits at a typical level for the age, with 45,974 miles recorded against a 2021 build, equating to around 9,195 miles per year. The odometer moved from 27,782 miles at the January 2024 pass to 35,969 miles by December 2024, then to 45,974 miles by February 2026. The gap between the December 2024 and February 2026 tests covers just over 10,000 miles, a reasonable annual rate with no sudden accumulation spikes visible in the data. The failed tests on 2024-12-18 and 2026-01-29 both show no defects recorded, which points to documentation or retest anomalies rather than worn tyres, binding calipers, or corrosion. A buyer should still confirm the vehicle was not failed on minor consumables later rectified off-record, as the DVSA log offers no detail on those entries. Given the clean advisory history and absence of flagged suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions concerns, the Sportage shows no evidence of deferred upkeep. A physical inspection should nonetheless verify structural integrity and check for any undertray corrosion or hidden fluid leaks not captured in the MOT dataset.