2009 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · FG59 VXM

The most recent MOT on 2025-10-22 revealed multiple issues, including tyres worn close to legal limits, an oil leak, a chipped windscreen, corroded suspension components, thin rear brake pads, and a handbrake nearing its limits. These findings indicate ongoing wear in critical areas like tyres, brakes, and suspension, with some components approaching failure. The oil leak, though described as non-excessive, suggests potential degradation in seals or gaskets. Recurring mechanical patterns include tyre wear near legal limits, which has appeared in multiple MOTs since 2021. Suspension components such as bushings, arm pins, and anti-roll bar linkages have also been flagged repeatedly, often with "slight play" or "worn but not excessive" movement. These issues suggest gradual wear in the suspension system, which could affect handling and safety over time. Brake pad thinning and handbrake performance concerns have also persisted, indicating the need for closer monitoring. The trend of defects shows no clear improvement, but most issues remain within "non-excessive" thresholds. However, the accumulation of wear in tyres, brakes, and suspension raises concerns about long-term reliability. The vehicle’s mileage of 147,109 miles (roughly 8,653 per year) aligns with typical usage for its age, suggesting neither extreme under-use nor heavy wear from high mileage.