2013 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · DE61 ACE

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition, having passed its most recent MOT in November 2025 at 59,998 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history reveals a consistent pattern of reactive maintenance regarding consumables. While the car shows periodic failures related to brakes and tyres, the absence of advisories in the latest test suggests that the previous owner addressed the identified issues prior to the final inspection. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 59,998 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. This low-use profile typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it often accelerates the degradation of rubber-based components. The data shows a steady usage pattern, with intervals of roughly 2,700 to 3,000 miles between the annual tests from 2019 and 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle was likely used for short local trips rather than long-distance commuting or sitting. A buyer should focus inspection on the braking system, as the record shows recurring failures for thin brake pads in 2016, 2017, 2020, and 2024. This frequency indicates that components are often replaced only when they reach legal limits rather than during scheduled preventative maintenance. Additionally, the reports of perishing and cracking tyres in 2021 and 2022 are classic symptoms of low-mileage vehicles where the rubber ages before the tread wears. Inspect the tyre sidewalls for dry rot and check the suspension bushes for cracking, as age-related perishation can affect handling despite the low mileage.