2018 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · LB67 BPK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in August 2025 at 74,554 miles saw the car initially fail due to a dangerous nearside front tyre with exposed cords and a perishing nearside rear tyre. While it passed upon re-test following these replacements, the presence of a damaged windscreen indicates that the owner only addressed safety defects once forced by an MOT failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,300 miles per year. Between September 2022 at 62,751 miles and August 2025 at 74,554 miles, the car covered roughly 12,000 miles, suggesting steady, moderate usage. The lack of defects in the August 2024 test at 72,546 miles indicates a period where the mechanical and structural components remained in good condition without requiring intervention. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and tyre alignment, as the record from September 2023 at 69,489 miles flagged a nearside front tyre worn on the edge. This often points to tracking issues or worn suspension bushes that may remain unaddressed. Given the recent failure for perishing rubber in 2025, the age and condition of all remaining tyres should be verified to ensure they are not deteriorating despite having sufficient tread depth. No structural corrosion or brake binding issues have appeared in the history, but the damaged windscreen should be checked for cracks that may spread over time.