2016 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · HV66 VCJ

The most recent MOT on 2025-11-29 showed the vehicle passed, but it highlighted front tyres worn close to the legal limit and an oil leak (not excessive). This follows a failure on 2025-11-18 with identical tyre issues, plus non-functional nearside headlamps. The pattern of tyre wear—specifically edge wear and tread depth below 1.6mm—suggests persistent alignment or suspension problems, or inadequate maintenance. Recurring mechanical issues include headlamp failures, oil leaks, and tyre wear, all documented across multiple MOTs since 2024. The 2024-10-28 failure also noted excessive wear in the front anti-roll bar linkage, track rod end play, and front brake disc scoring. These indicate progressive suspension and braking component degradation, which could compromise handling and safety. The trend shows worsening issues over time. Early MOTs (2023-2024) listed minor faults like slight anti-roll bar play and thin brake pads, but later entries (2024-2025) reveal more severe wear, including pitted brake discs and track rod end play. While the 2025 MOT passed after the failure, the recurrence of tyre and headlamp issues suggests unresolved underlying causes. The vehicle’s mileage of 142,756 miles for a 10-year-old car is high, averaging ~14,276 miles annually.