2018 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · K44 CCM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, following a clean pass in its most recent test in February 2026 at 49,748 miles. The record shows no outstanding defects, indicating that the car currently meets all statutory safety requirements. This follows a brief failure in October 2024, which was rectified immediately as evidenced by the retest three miles later. The lack of recurring advisories suggests the owner has been proactive in addressing mechanical issues before they escalated into persistent faults. The mileage pattern is notably low for a nine-year-old Nissan Qashqai, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per annum. There is a significant gap in usage data between July 2022 and October 2024, where the vehicle covered over 22,000 miles in just 27 months. Prior to this period, the car sat very little, covering only 27 miles in the six-month interval between January and July 2022. This low annual usage often results in less wear on drivetrain components but can lead to secondary issues during long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to age-related degradation rather than mileage-related wear. Given the periods of low use, check the rubber components such as suspension bushes and tyre boots for cracking or dry rot which occurs without movement. Inspect the brake discs for signs of surface pitting or seized calipers, common issues in vehicles that remain stationary frequently. While the MOT history is clean of structural corrosion, a close look at the underbody and sills remains standard practice to ensure no hidden rust has developed over the vehicle's life.