2022 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · FV71 YAO

The Sportage presents a currently roadworthy status following the 7 January 2026 MOT pass at 74,356 miles with no defects recorded. Maintenance trend reads stable overall, though the intervening 22 December 2025 failure at 73,846 miles with no defects logged disrupts an otherwise clean history. The most recent test confirms the vehicle met statutory standards six months ago. Mileage advanced sharply between the 7 January 2025 pass at 49,739 miles and the 22 December 2025 failure at 73,846 miles, a gain of 24,107 miles in under twelve months. That equates to roughly double the quoted annual average of 18,589 miles for a 2022 plate. The sparse three-entry record shows no advisories across tests, yet the rapid accumulation signals heavy use likely by a high-mileage commuter or fleet operator. The short 510-mile gap to the January 2026 retest suggests limited running after the failure event. A buyer should physically inspect suspension bushes, coil springs and brake discs for fatigue given the elevated mileage and the undocumented failure. The tester flagged no corrosion or structural concerns in either pass, but the absent defect list on the December 2025 fail warrants obtaining the full DVSA failure reason from the certificate. Verify exhaust emissions and binding calipers during a pre-purchase examination. Previous owners kept consumable wear off the advisory list, implying basic upkeep was addressed, yet the anomalous fail means mechanical provenance remains partially unconfirmed.