2013 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · FG13 YDR

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. The most recent inspection on 13 August 2025 at 105,376 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. While a failure occurred in July 2024, the subsequent pass five days later suggests that the owner was proactive in addressing immediate issues rather than letting them persist. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical annual usage for a 13 year-old SUV, averaging approximately 8,100 miles per year. Between August 2022 at 77,416 miles and August 2025 at 105,376 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 28,000 miles, showing a steady rate of operation. The gap of 9,897 miles between the July 2024 and August 2025 tests confirms a consistent usage habit, which generally helps prevent the degradation of components associated with long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components most prone to wear at this age and mileage. Although the record shows no recurring mechanical advisories, the 2024 failure indicates a need to verify the current state of the items that previously required attention. Close inspection of the suspension bushes, control arms, and coil springs is vital, as these often show fatigue at this mileage bracket. Given the vehicle's age, checking the underside for structural corrosion and exhaust mounting points is also essential to ensure the structural integrity remains sound.