2018 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · LC67 FXK

The 2018 Kia Sportage holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 3 January 2026 at 57,493 miles, placing the most recent test approximately five and a half months before today's date of 17 June 2026. That certificate is current and valid until early January 2027. The maintenance trend presents a mixed picture. Tyre condition advisories have recurred across multiple consecutive tests, suggesting this is a persistent rather than resolving issue. Brake wear appeared once in January 2023 but has not repeated since. No structural, suspension, or exhaust defects have been recorded at any point in the history, which is encouraging for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. From 24,397 miles in January 2022 to 57,493 miles in January 2026, the vehicle accumulated roughly 33,000 miles over four years, averaging around 8,300 miles per year. That sits slightly above the typical annual figure of approximately 7,187 miles derived from the vehicle's age, indicating regular but not excessive use. There are no suspicious gaps in the MOT record that would suggest the car sat idle for long spells. The annual test dates cluster around the January window each year, which points to a predictable servicing pattern rather than neglect. The recurring advisory for slightly damaged, cracking, or perishing rear tyres appeared in January 2025 and again in January 2026, both times on the nearside and offside rear positions. This pattern suggests the previous owner did not address the underlying cause, whether that is age-related sidewall deterioration, underinflation, or alignment issues causing uneven wear. A buyer should inspect all four tyre sidewalls carefully for perishing, cracking, or bulging, and verify the date codes to confirm the rubber's age. The January 2023 test also flagged both front tyres in similar condition along with worn rear brake pads, so a thorough inspection of the braking system, including pad thickness, disc condition, and caliper operation, remains worthwhile. The absence of any suspension, steering, or structural corrosion defects across the full history is a positive indicator of sound mechanical upkeep.