2018 KIA Sportage 1.6L Diesel · GY68 NJZ

Tyre condition dominates the MOT record, with a dangerous failure recorded in November 2024 for a near‑side rear tyre showing exposed ply or cords and a series of wear‑related advisories on all four wheels across the last three years; the latest test in October 2025 passed but flagged low tread on the off‑side front tyre, confirming that tyre health remains the primary mechanical concern. At 92,220 miles the vehicle averages roughly 11,500 miles per year, a usage rate that sits comfortably within normal UK patterns for a 2018 model and shows no significant gaps in testing, indicating consistent road exposure and predictable wear on consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension components. Prospective buyers should inspect each tyre for tread depth, sidewall integrity and any signs of cracking or bulging, and verify that the near‑side rear tyre – the one that previously failed – has been replaced or repaired to a road‑worthy condition; during a test drive listen for thumping or vibration that may indicate uneven wear, and feel for any pull to one side which could suggest mis‑alignment or residual damage from the earlier tyre defect. Although the MOT history contains no recorded faults on the braking system, suspension, or emissions, the mileage level warrants a thorough check of brake pad thickness, disc condition and suspension bushings for wear or looseness, and a visual survey for any corrosion on chassis or subframe areas that could have progressed under normal use.