2018 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · FH67 OTK

The 2018 Kia Sportage presents a stable and sound roadworthiness profile, culminating in a clean pass on 16 May 2025 at 61,095 miles. The maintenance trend remains consistently positive, with the vehicle passing every MOT inspection without any recorded defects. An anomaly appears in the 2024 record where a failure is logged on 16 May at 54,399 miles, yet no defects are documented for that specific test. The vehicle passed a retest on the exact same day, also recording zero defects. This points toward an administrative discrepancy or an immediately rectified minor issue rather than a recurring mechanical fault. A full year has now elapsed since the last inspection, meaning the current roadworthiness relies entirely on the owner's interim care. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with light-to-average use for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,637 miles annually. Between July 2022 and July 2023, the odometer advanced by 11,576 miles, indicating a period of more regular commuting or longer journeys. Subsequent years show a reduction in annual mileage, dropping to 8,472 miles over ten months in 2024, and further declining to 6,696 miles in the twelve months leading up to the most recent test. There are no significant gaps in the testing schedule, and the recorded mileages progress logically without evidence of tampering or prolonged standing. Given the entirely clean MOT history with zero advisories or defects, the vehicle demonstrates strong baseline mechanical care. A buyer should still conduct a physical inspection focused on typical wear items for a 61,000-mile SUV. Check the condition of the tyres for uneven wear, which could indicate misaligned tracking or neglected suspension bushes. Inspect the brake discs and pads for scoring or lipping, as low-mileage urban driving can cause surface corrosion even with ample pad life remaining. Examine the exhaust system for signs of corrosion and verify the structural integrity of the underbody and suspension mounting points, as salt exposure over eight winters can degrade these components regardless of MOT pass rates.