2016 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · LO16 WSX

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted on 22 July 2025 at 38,247 miles resulted in no defects recorded, continuing a streak of three clean passes since 2023. This consistency suggests that the vehicle has been well-maintained and that the primary mechanical and structural components are operating within acceptable parameters without immediate concern. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,825 miles per year. Data from the July 2023 test at 30,894 miles to the July 2025 test at 38,247 miles shows consistent, low-intensity usage rather than erratic patterns. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between service points can sometimes lead to age-related degradation, such as rubber components per or brake seizing, though the MOT record does not indicate any specific failures here. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that suffer from age rather than high mileage. Despite the clean history, the tester should check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, which can become brittle over a decade. The brake discs and calipers should also be examined for surface corrosion or binding, as low-use vehicles often suffer from rust buildup on rotors. The single failure on 20 July 2022 at 26,237 miles was resolved immediately with a subsequent pass that same day, indicating that the owner addressed identified faults promptly.