2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · GC16 ABN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing results. The most recent inspection conducted in October 2025 at 83,049 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety and environmental standards. This follows a period of clean passes, interrupted only by a single failure in 2024 which was rectified immediately, suggesting the owner is proactive in addressing identified faults to ensure the vehicle remains on the road. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2023, the car covered 16,324 miles, which represents a significant spike in usage compared to the 16,324 miles recorded in the preceding year. However, usage has since moderated, with only 5,871 miles driven between the October 2024 and 2025 tests. This steady but moderate annual mileage reduces the likelihood of premature wear on drivetrain components and suspension bushings. While the MOT record shows no recurring advisories, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection of the suspension components and underbody. Given the age of the Sportage, checking for corrosion on the exhaust system and structural mounting points is prudent, as MOT tests only identify defects once a year. The failure in October 2024 at 77,177 miles was likely a minor consumable item such as a bulb or wiper, given that the vehicle passed the retest just one mile later without further issues. Checking the brakes for binding calipers or uneven pad wear will confirm if the clean history reflects the actual mechanical state of the vehicle.