2018 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · FN68 YMW

The 2018 Kia Sportage presents a stable mechanical history, though its most recent MOT certificate, issued on 27 June 2025 at 55,326 miles, has now expired as of 26 June 2026. The maintenance trend remains consistently positive, showing no recurring faults or escalating mechanical issues across the documented timeline. A single failed test appears on 12 September 2023 at 44,083 miles, yet the record shows no defects associated with this failure, suggesting an administrative anomaly or an abandoned test rather than a mechanical breakdown. The vehicle passed every subsequent inspection cleanly, indicating reliable upkeep prior to its current untested state. The annual mileage accumulation averages roughly 6,916 miles per year over the vehicle's eight-year lifespan, reflecting regular, consistent use. However, the recent MOT intervals show a declining utilization trend. Between the September 2022 test at 37,198 miles and the September 2023 test at 44,083 miles, the car covered 6,885 miles. This dropped to 6,230 miles by September 2024 at 50,313 miles, and further declined to 5,013 miles by the June 2025 test at 55,326 miles. Critically, the recorded mileage has remained static at 55,326 miles since the last MOT, meaning the vehicle has covered zero miles over the past twelve months and currently sits outside its valid MOT period. With no structural corrosion, braking faults, or suspension defects flagged in the official record, the mechanical risk profile remains low. However, the static mileage over the past year warrants a physical inspection of consumables and rubber components that degrade with age rather than use. A buyer should inspect the tyres for sidewall cracking and uneven wear, check the brake discs for surface corrosion from standing, and assess the condition of the suspension bushes and exhaust mounts. The lack of recorded defects points toward diligent previous ownership, but verifying the operation of the air conditioning, battery health, and fluid condition remains prudent given the recent prolonged inactivity.