2019 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · EY69 TMX

A broadly clean roadworthiness profile defines this 2019 Kia Sportage, with five consecutive pass results recorded between 2022 and 2026 and only one failure across the documented DVSA history. The most recent test on 16 June 2026 returned a pass with no defects or advisories, continuing the trend established since the only recorded failure at the same station in August 2022. That earlier failure was categorised as Dangerous and related solely to an offside front tyre tread depth falling below the legal 1.6mm threshold, which is a consumable wear item rather than a structural or mechanical defect. Subsequent tests have not flagged any repeat tyre issues, and apart from two minor advisories in June 2024, the vehicle has passed without note. The overall record therefore points to a stable, largely uneventful test history rather than any developing mechanical concern. Recorded mileage stands at 46,692 miles across approximately seven years of use, which equates to an average annual accumulation of around 6,670 miles, broadly typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no extended gaps between tests that would suggest the car was off the road, and the mileage has progressed steadily year on year. This level of usage is consistent with regular mixed driving and means the wear items most affected by mileage, such as brakes, tyres, and drivetrain lubricants, are likely to have been exercised normally rather than left to deteriorate through prolonged standing. A routine usage pattern of this kind generally produces more predictable component wear than either very low annual mileage or significantly higher accumulation rates. The advisories recorded in June 2024 warrant specific attention during a pre-purchase inspection, as both relate to items that directly affect roadholding and stopping performance. The nearside rear tyre was noted as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, which can indicate either an alignment issue, uneven camber, or simply that the tyre had reached the end of its service life. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any pulling to one side under steady acceleration or braking, and inspect all four tyres for uneven shoulder wear, particularly on the inside or outside edges. The front brake pads were also flagged as wearing thin at that test, and given the two years and additional mileage since, a thorough inspection of pad thickness and disc condition is essential. Any squeal or grinding from the front end under light braking, or a soft or spongy pedal feel, should prompt immediate further investigation. Beyond the items previously flagged, the test drive should include a focused assessment of the suspension and steering, as no specific components in these areas have been recorded as defective or worn in the MOT history, making any emerging symptoms particularly relevant. Listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which can indicate worn anti-roll bar links, drop links, or top mounts. Steering should feel precise and self-centring without excess play, vibration through the wheel at speed, or any reluctance to return to straight ahead. The brake pedal should feel firm and progressive, without excessive travel or judder under braking, and the handbrake should hold the vehicle securely on an incline. Given that the only recorded failure was a single tyre issue and no structural, corrosion, or fluid leakage advisories appear anywhere in the history, a careful physical inspection and test drive should confirm whether this clean paper record is matched by the underlying mechanical condition.