2015 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · GF65 HLN

The 2026 MOT record indicates the vehicle is currently roadworthy, with the most recent test on 2026-02-04 passing at 64,065 miles without defects. This suggests the vehicle meets current safety standards, though the 2025-02-12 failure at 60,072 miles suggests a potential pattern of wear that may have worsened since the previous pass. The test on 2025-02-14 is a clear exception to the trend, as a failed test occurred just over a year prior, indicating that the vehicle's mechanical condition deteriorated significantly during the 2025-2026 period. The mileage accumulation is substantial, averaging approximately 5,824 miles per year, which places the vehicle at roughly 11 years old. The gap between the 2023-02-10 pass and the 2025-02-12 failure represents a significant increase in mileage, suggesting that the vehicle experienced rapid wear or neglect during this interval. While the 2026-02-04 test passed at 64,065 miles, the 2025-02-14 failure at 60,103 miles indicates a substantial drop in mechanical health, likely due to accumulated dust, road salt, or neglected servicing. The lack of defects on the 2025-02-14 test suggests the vehicle is not currently in a state of imminent danger, but the history of failure points to a need for proactive inspection. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical wear during a physical visit. The most critical areas to check are the suspension and braking systems, as both the 2025-02-14 failure and the 2025-02-12 test highlight potential issues in these components. The 2026-02-04 test passed at 64,065 miles with no defects, but the 2025-02-14 failure at 60,072 miles suggests the vehicle may have had a binding condition or excessive wear on brake discs and calipers. Furthermore, the 2025-02-12 failure at 60,072 miles indicates that the vehicle's suspension bushings or coil springs may have become loose, a condition that could be exacerbated by the rapid mileage accumulation. The buyer must verify the condition of the exhaust emissions and structural integrity to ensure the vehicle remains safe for future driving.