2023 KIA Sportage GT-Line S Phev 4X4 A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · LC73 CDX

The DVSA record for this 2023 Kia Sportage GT-Line S PHEV comprises a single MOT test carried out on 28 August 2026, which was passed with no defects, advisories, or failures recorded. With only one entry on file and no prior advisories or failure points to cross-reference, the documented roadworthiness history is brief but unblemished. There is no pattern of recurring component wear, no recorded corrosion issues on suspension or underbody components, and no previous brake, tyre, or exhaust advisories to suggest any chronic mechanical tendencies. The single test outcome provides a baseline reading only; it does not establish a track record over multiple annual cycles. Annual mileage accumulation sits at approximately 4,277 miles per year against a three-year-old vehicle, placing this Sportage firmly in low-mileage territory. The recorded odometer reading of 12,831 miles at the most recent test is consistent with light usage, short urban journeys typical of plug-in hybrid operation, or a combination of both. Mechanically, low annual mileage on a PHEV of this age reduces wear on friction components such as brake discs and pads, as regenerative braking handles much of the deceleration under electric propulsion. However, short journeys and extended standing periods are characteristic of low-mileage PHEV use, and these conditions can influence tyre age, fluid condition, and 12V battery health, though none of these items have yet been flagged in the test record. Because the MOT history is limited to a clean single pass, a prospective buyer cannot rely on advisory data alone to predict component wear and must instead focus on physical inspection and a thorough test drive. With low mileage, brake discs and pads should be checked for surface corrosion pitting or seized caliper slides, as components left inactive for extended periods can bind. The test drive should include firm pedal applications to confirm smooth response without judder, and the steering should be assessed for any pulling, knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, or uneven tyre wear suggesting alignment or suspension arm concerns. The plug-in hybrid system should be evaluated by listening for any abnormal noises when the petrol engine cuts in, confirming smooth transitions between electric and combustion propulsion, and verifying that the high-voltage system charges and discharges as expected. Specific to this vehicle's PHEV configuration, the charging cable, port, and any underbody protection covering the high-voltage battery pack warrant a visual check for damage or corrosion from kerbing, given the vehicle's likely urban usage profile. Tyre condition should be examined closely for perishing or uneven wear patterns despite low mileage, as PHEV vehicles carry additional weight from the battery pack which can accelerate shoulder wear if pressures are not regularly checked. Finally, verifying service documentation covering the petrol engine, hybrid system, and brake fluid is advisable, since the MOT record itself cannot establish that manufacturer-interval servicing has been carried out.