2014 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · DF14 FNK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent test conducted on 6 June 2025 at 75,547 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. Following a failure in June 2023, the car has maintained two consecutive clean passes without further mechanical or structural deterioration. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. Between June 2022 at 65,611 miles and June 2025 at 75,547 miles, the vehicle covered 19,936 miles. This steady accumulation suggests regular use rather than long periods of standing, which often leads to rubber component degradation or seized brake calipers. The intervals between annual tests remain standard, showing that the previous owners have kept up to date with the vehicle's statutory testing requirements. While the recent records are clean, the failure in June 2023 at 69,558 miles indicates a specific issue likely related to a consumable component that required immediate attention. Because the subsequent tests show no advisories for suspension wear or corrosion, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection for surface rust on the chassis and exhaust mounting points, which are common areas for Sportages of this era. Checking the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs is also advisable, as low mileage does not entirely prevent age-related cracking of rubber components.