2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · GL70 NWN

The 2021 Kia Sportage presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 18 November 2025 at 34,029 miles. The tester flagged two minor advisories: front brake pads wearing thin and an offside front tyre worn close to legal limits on its edge. These are routine consumable items, not structural or mechanical failures. The record shows no corrosion, suspension defects, or emissions failures across the entire history, indicating a well-kept vehicle with no underlying deterioration. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. Between the December 2023 test at 21,937 miles and the December 2024 test at 27,751 miles, the car covered 5,814 miles in twelve months. The following year, from December 2024 to November 2025, it added just 6,278 miles. This equates to roughly 6,000 to 6,300 miles annually, which is slightly below the typical UK average of around 8,000 miles per year for a vehicle of this age. The accumulation is steady with no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes, suggesting regular, moderate use rather than long periods of standing or aggressive driving. The recurring advisory pattern centres on front tyre wear. Both the 2024 and 2025 tests flagged front tyres worn close to legal limits, with the 2024 test noting both nearside and offside fronts. This repeated wear pattern on the front axle points to a possible alignment or tracking issue, or simply a driver who neglects regular tyre rotation. A buyer should inspect the front suspension bushes, track rod ends, and wishbone joints for play, and verify the wheel alignment settings before purchase. Uneven edge wear specifically suggests toe misalignment rather than simple underinflation. The front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in November 2025, which is expected given the mileage. A buyer should check the condition of the front brake discs for lipping and scoring, and confirm whether the pads have been replaced since the test. The rear brakes and handbrake mechanism have no recorded defects and should remain serviceable, but a physical inspection of all calipers for binding and slide pin operation is prudent. Overall, the record reflects a car that has been maintained to a reasonable standard with no serious mechanical or structural concerns.