2018 KIA Stinger 2.2L Diesel · LG68 AEJ

The 2018 KIA Stinger’s most recent MOT, conducted on 2025-09-11 at 70,945 miles, passed without any defects, confirming it remains roadworthy under current DVSA standards. The test history, however, reveals an unusual pattern: two consecutive failures in September 2023 and 2024, each followed by a near-immediate retest within days that passed cleanly. While the vehicle has maintained a passing status since then, the repeated retests at identical mileages (48,560 and 60,128 miles) suggest either a temporary oversight in pre-MOT preparation or a minor, easily rectifiable issue that was consistently overlooked. The absence of defects in the last two annual tests implies the problem, if it existed, was resolved promptly, but the lack of a clear explanation for the failures raises caution about whether all maintenance was properly documented or if certain components were pushed to their limits. The recorded mileage of 70,945 miles over eight years—approximately 8,868 miles annually—falls within the typical range for a vehicle of this age, indicating neither excessive wear nor prolonged neglect. There are no significant gaps between tests, though the rapid accumulation of 11,583 miles between the 2023 and 2024 failures (from 48,560 to 60,128 miles) suggests the vehicle was driven consistently during that period. The lack of advisories or partial failures in any test further supports that major components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or drivetrain elements have not been compromised. However, the repeated retests at nearly identical mileages warrant scrutiny of whether routine servicing—such as brake pad replacements, fluid changes, or minor alignment adjustments—was consistently performed. Given the history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the braking system, particularly the rear calipers and discs, as the repeated failures may indicate a recurring issue with binding or uneven wear. The suspension should be examined for worn or leaking bushes, as well as corrosion on control arms or subframes, especially if the vehicle has been driven in wet or salted conditions. Tyre tread depth, despite no MOT failures, should be verified, as the repeated retests could imply a previous minor tread-related concern. Finally, the exhaust system should be checked for leaks or excessive rust, as emissions-related failures are often the first to appear in MOT records before more serious structural issues emerge. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are flawless, but it does suggest no catastrophic failures have occurred.