2022 KIA Sportage 3 ISG 1.6L Petrol · EL69 LED

The 2026-02-16 MOT test at 37,276 miles indicates that the vehicle passed the test with no recorded defects, establishing a baseline of mechanical soundness. In the September 2023 test at 52,000 miles, the tester flagged binding rear brakes, suggesting that while the brakes may have been maintained, the condition of the brake components has deteriorated over time. This indicates a pattern of maintenance where the system was checked, but the underlying condition of the mechanical components has not remained stable, pointing toward a trend of worsening mechanical risk. The mileage context reveals that the vehicle has approximately 9,319 miles per year, which is typical for a 2022 model. The 2025-02-07 test at 32,931 miles confirms that the vehicle has maintained roughly 37,276 miles since the 2025-02-16 test. This gap of nearly 13,000 miles between the two most recent tests suggests that the vehicle has not undergone a full annual MOT cycle since 2025, potentially leaving significant gaps in the maintenance schedule. While the mileage is not excessively high, the lack of a full cycle in recent years implies a risk of unmonitored wear on components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and binding calipers. Given the flagged binding rear brakes, structural integrity of the suspension, and the history of brake wear, a buyer must inspect the vehicle in person for the presence of rust, corrosion, and binding calipers. The test at 37,276 miles in February 2026 should be conducted immediately, as the vehicle has not been tested since 2025. A thorough inspection is required to determine if the braking system is in good condition and to identify any other potential structural issues such as exhaust emissions or drivetrain problems that may have accumulated during the time since the last MOT.