2014 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · GF64 GME

The 2014 Kia Sportage presents a stable and highly positive maintenance trend, confirmed by its most recent MOT on 14 August 2025 at 109,980 miles, which passed with zero defects. The vehicle demonstrates consistent mechanical integrity over the recorded history, with no recurring faults or advisories to suggest worsening structural or mechanical deterioration. The owner has evidently maintained the car to a standard that consistently meets DVSA requirements without requiring remedial work. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,165 miles annually. Between the September 2022 test at 79,423 miles and the August 2023 test at 89,243 miles, the Sportage covered 9,820 miles. The annual distance increased slightly to 11,824 miles between August 2023 and the August 2024 test at 101,067 miles, before dropping to 8,913 miles over the following year leading to the August 2025 test. The record shows a notable anomaly on 27 August 2024, where a failure and a pass were logged at the identical mileage of 101,067 miles, likely representing an immediate retest or a DVLA administrative duplication rather than a mechanical fault, as neither entry lists defects. Given the complete absence of recorded defects or advisories, the vehicle has clearly avoided common issues such as suspension bush degradation, corroded brake discs, or exhaust emissions failures. A clean MOT record does not eliminate the need for a physical inspection of high-wear components, however. A buyer should personally verify the condition of the coil springs and shock absorbers for signs of corrosion or leakage, inspect the structural integrity of the underbody for surface rust, and check the brake calipers for any signs of binding. Tyre tread depth and uneven wear patterns also warrant close scrutiny, as these consumables fall outside the scope of the historical data.