2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · MA16 OFE

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted on 1 July 2025 at 86,076 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This trend of perfect scores across the last five years suggests that the previous owners maintained a proactive approach to repairs, keeping mechanical and structural components within operating parameters without failure or recurring minor issues. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per annum. There is a notable three-year gap between the April 2019 and March 2022 tests, during which the vehicle covered only 1,326 miles. Since that period of low usage, the mileage accumulation has increased steadily, covering nearly 29,000 miles over the last three years. This shift indicates the car is currently being used more regularly, though the total mileage figure of over 86,000 miles remains well within the expected range for a mid-sized SUV of this age. Despite the lack of recorded advisories, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection of components prone to age-related wear. Given the vehicle's period of low mileage followed by recent higher use, check the suspension bushes and shock boots for cracking or degradation which can occur when a car stands. Examine the brake discs for pitting or thinning and inspect the chassis for any signs of surface corrosion, particularly around the wheel arches where moisture can trap. The clean MOT history suggests a well-cared-for example, but physical verification of rubber components and fluid leaks remains necessary.