2019 KIA Sportage 1.6L Diesel · LP19 VFW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the most recent inspection indicates a lapse in basic preventative maintenance. In the December 29 2025 test at 40,667 miles, the car initially failed due to a missing offside front road wheel fixing and a perished nearside rear tyre. While it passed upon immediate re-test, the presence of a child seat obstructed a full inspection of the adult seat belt. The trend suggests a shift from a clean history to a period of oversight regarding consumable components and securing hardware. The mileage profile is consistently low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. The data shows a steady progression from 26,344 miles in January 2023 to 36,011 miles in January 2025, followed by another 4,656 miles by late December 2025. This low annual usage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine components compared to average examples. However, the long intervals between tests can lead to rubber degradation on tyres and seized brake components if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should physically inspect the offside front wheel assembly to ensure the missing fixing was replaced correctly and that the wheel threads are not damaged. The nearside rear tyre requires close scrutiny for sidewall cracking or bulging, as low mileage often masks age-related rubber rot. Given the age relative to the low mileage, the inspector should also check the brake discs for surface corrosion and examine the suspension bushes for signs of cracking, which are common in vehicles that do not see frequent motorway use.