2016 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · FM65 AEF

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile, having passed its most recent MOT on 26 June 2026 at 74,016 miles. While the recent test recorded an illuminated tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light, the lack of any other defects suggests the vehicle is currently in a roadworthy condition. The history shows a transition from several mechanical and consumable advisories in earlier years to a cleaner record between 2023 and 2025, indicating that previous issues were likely addressed. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 21,821 miles in early 2019 to the current 74,016 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage or evidence of long periods of inactivity, which supports the reliability of the mechanical components and suggests regular operation. A prospective buyer should focus on the tyre pressure monitoring system, as this fault has appeared intermittently since at least January 2019 and resurfaced in the June 2026 test. This could indicate a faulty sensor or a persistent leak in one of the tyres. Although the 2024 test flagged perishing front tyres, the 2025 and 2026 results suggest these have been replaced. The historical records from 2020 through 2022 highlight recurring issues with tyre wear and low parking brake effort. The tester repeatedly flagged the offside parking brake as having low effort or failing to meet efficiency requirements. While the 2025 test showed no defects, a physical inspection of the handbrake mechanism and the rear brake shoes or pads is advisable to ensure the previous low-effort issues have been fully resolved.