2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · LS16 VAY

The 2016 Kia Sportage holds a current MOT valid from 13 March 2026, with the most recent test recording 96,889 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though the immediate pre-pass failure on 12 March 2026 for an incorrectly sized offside rear tyre suggests a lapse in basic pre-test preparation rather than a mechanical defect. A single advisory for a worn front brake disc appeared back in March 2023 at 76,502 miles, but no further brake or structural defects have surfaced in the three subsequent clean passes. The record indicates a vehicle that has been kept in generally sound mechanical order, with no recurring or escalating faults. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 9,689 miles per year, which is typical for a ten-year-old SUV. The annual increments are consistent, with no sudden jumps or suspicious plateaus that would suggest long periods of disuse or odometer tampering. The gap between the March 2025 pass at 91,644 miles and the March 2026 pass at 96,889 miles shows a normal yearly increase of approximately 5,245 miles. The record is clean and evenly spaced, with no missing years or unexplained mileage reversals. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front brake discs and pads, given the 2023 advisory for a worn disc, even though the defect did not recur. Check for uneven wear, lipping, or heat discolouration on both sides. The tyre failure on the day before the pass raises a question about whether the correct tyre was refitted permanently or simply swapped for the test. Verify that all four tyres now match in size, brand, and tread depth across each axle, and look for uneven wear patterns that could point to tracking or suspension bush wear. At nearly 97,000 miles, the front and rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers deserve close scrutiny for play or corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has spent time on salted roads. A thorough underbody check for structural rust around the subframes and mounting points would be prudent, as these areas can deteriorate without triggering an MOT failure until advanced.