2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · LC21 JTX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on March 25, 2026, 53,739 miles. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs regarding consumable items rather than mechanical or structural neglect. While the car failed its most recent test just two miles prior due to a nearside windscreen wiper and two defective rear tyres, the immediate rectification indicates that the owner addresses critical safety failures once they are flagged by the tester. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical UK usage for this age, averaging approximately 10,700 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 40,403 miles in May 2024 to 46,683 miles in April 2025, reaching the current 53,739 miles in early 2026. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which is beneficial for the health of rubber components, seals, and fluid systems. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the remaining tyres, as the history reveals a recurring issue with sidewall damage and exposed cords. The 2024 failure on the nearside front tyre and the 2026 failures on the rear axle suggest a potential history of curb damage or poor attention to tyre condition. Verify the state of the wiper blades and ensure the replacement mentioned in the latest failure was of adequate quality. Since no advisories were recorded for structural corrosion, brake components, or suspension bushes, the focus should remain on the wear levels of these high-turn consumable items.