2019 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · LM19 YRC

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following an MOT failure on June 1, 2026, at 60,974 miles. While the failure was limited to a non-functional nearside front side repeater, the preceding history reveals a worsening trend in reactive maintenance. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to multiple failures and advis in 2024 suggests that the owner only addressed defects when forced by testing rather than performing preventative servicing. At 60,974 miles over seven years, the Sportage averages approximately 8,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a family SUV. However, the mileage jump of 10,000 miles between April 2023 and April 2024, followed by another 11,400 miles by April 2025, indicates a period of higher annual usage. This consistent use, combined with the recorded wear on consumables, indicates that components are being stressed but not necessarily monitored effectively between annual test intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension assembly. The April 2024 test flagged front brake discs as pitted and scored, alongside thin pads that reached the 1.5mm limit. By the April 2025 test, the front tyres were noted to be worn on the edges, which often points to alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. The recurring advisories regarding cracking and perishing on rear tyres since 2024 suggest that the rubber compound is degrading due to age, necessitating immediate replacement regardless of remaining tread depth.