2022 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · GV71 HFL

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the recent test in November 2025 at 41,890 miles resulted in a pass, the multiple advisories regarding the rear tyres suggest neglect. The presence of both rear tyres being near the legal limit with signs of cracking and perishing indicates the previous owner deferred basic consumable replacement until it reached the MOT failure threshold. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical four-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per annum. Between the November 2024 test at 35,124 miles and the November 2025 test at 41,890 miles, the car covered 6,766 miles. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long standing periods, which is generally beneficial for the integrity of rubber components and hydraulic seals. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the braking system and the current set of tyres. The record from 2024 specifically flagged pitted and scored front brake discs, a common occurrence that indicates moisture-related corrosion or hard braking. Given the recent advisories on the rear tyres for perishing and edge wear, the buyer should verify if the current tyres have been replaced and check for alignment issues that may have caused the uneven edge wear. A thorough check of the suspension bushes and shock absorbers is also advisable to ensure that deferred maintenance has not led to secondary mechanical wear beyond simple consumables.