2016 KIA Sportage KX-2 Crdi Auto 2.0L Heavy oil · EIL 118

The vehicle currently presents in a roadworthy state, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 6 October 2025 at 96,277 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable despite a singular anomalous failure recorded on 17 September 2025 at 95,815 miles. Because the vehicle secured a clean certificate just three weeks after that failure, the issue was clearly addressed immediately, rather than representing a sign of chronic mechanical neglect. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per annum. Between April 2022 and August 2024, the Sportage covered over 26,000 miles, showing a period of consistent usage. The interval between the August 2024 and October 2025 tests shows another 10,840 miles driven. This steady steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly, which is generally beneficial for preventing the seizure or degradation of rubber components often associated with long periods of standing. Given the clean records across the last three successful tests, a physical inspection should focus on high-wear components typical for this mileage bracket. A buyer should examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perishing or cracking, as the MOT only flags these once they become hazardous. The brake system should be checked for thin discs or uneven pad wear, though the history does not indicate recurring binding calipers. While structural integrity has remained sound so far, checking the underbody for corrosion on the sills and mounting points remains standard practice for vehicles of this age.