2017 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · FP17 MZV

The 2017 Kia Sportage presents a stable and largely unblemished maintenance record, passing its most recent MOT on 1 September 2025 at 122,512 miles with zero defects recorded. A failed test on 29 August 2025 at 122,467 miles shows no defects listed, which is an anomaly worth clarifying with the seller or testing station, though the subsequent pass just two days later suggests a minor or administrative issue rather than a mechanical fault. Across the full history, the vehicle has consistently passed without advisories or failures, indicating a pattern of adequate upkeep and no recurring mechanical or structural concerns. The mileage accumulation is notably high for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 13,600 miles annually. The progression is steady and consistent: 86,695 miles in August 2022, 99,542 in August 2023, 111,030 in August 2024, and 122,467 in August 2025. This translates to approximately 11,500 to 13,000 miles per year, pointing to sustained long-distance or motorway use rather than short urban trips. Such usage typically results in even wear across drivetrain and braking components, though it accelerates the deterioration of consumable items and rubber suspension elements. Despite the clean MOT record, the high mileage warrants a thorough physical inspection of wear-prone components. Check the front and rear suspension bushes, drop links, and coil springs for deterioration, as these degrade with distance rather than age alone. Examine the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or lipping, and inspect the exhaust system for corrosion or leaking joints, particularly around the flexi-pipe and mounting rubbers. The tyres should be assessed for age-related cracking even if tread depth remains legal, given the vehicle's nine-year span. A close look at the underbody and wheel arches for surface corrosion is also prudent, as Scottish or coastal salt exposure can compromise structural integrity over time without triggering an MOT failure.