2014 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · FL64 VXF

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-04-19 at 91,996 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend. Prior tests from 2022 to 2024 also passed without issues, though a failure on 2025-04-16 at 91,923 miles—just three days earlier—remains unexplained due to no defects being logged. This suggests either a technical anomaly or a resolved minor issue, but the absence of recorded faults in the latest test implies the car is currently roadworthy. The mileage progression shows consistent annual usage of approximately 7,666 miles, aligning with typical patterns for a 12-year-old vehicle. Tests were conducted annually between 2022 and 2025, with no significant gaps or rapid accumulation. The 2024-04-16 test at 82,057 miles marked a 9,440-mile reduction from the 2023-04-18 test, which could indicate a period of reduced use or a data entry discrepancy, though no such context is provided in the records. No structural, suspension, or braking defects were recorded in the MOT history, but the 2025 failure warrants scrutiny. Buyers should verify the condition of the exhaust system, as emission-related issues often trigger unexplained failures. Inspect the suspension components, including bushes and coil springs, for wear, and check for corrosion in the underbody, as these are common concerns for vehicles of this age. A pre-purchase inspection should also confirm brake disc thickness and caliper functionality to rule out hidden issues.