2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · MA16 PXR

The 2016 Kia Sportage presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean pass on 13 April 2026 at 47,396 miles with zero defects recorded. The most recent test confirms all major safety and emissions systems are currently compliant. The trajectory from 2023 to 2026 shows a clear resolution of earlier minor faults, with no recurring or worsening defects across the last three consecutive annual tests. The vehicle has covered approximately 4,740 miles per year, which is notably low for a ten-year-old SUV. Mileage accumulation has been consistent and gradual, rising from 33,908 miles in April 2023 to 47,396 miles by April 2026, averaging roughly 4,500 miles annually over that period. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer record, suggesting regular but light use rather than prolonged standing. The 2025 test at 42,045 miles sits neatly between the 2024 and 2026 entries, confirming the vehicle has been driven steadily each year without interruption. The only notable defect in the entire history was a rear brake pad advisory flagged on 14 April 2023 at 33,908 miles, which was clearly addressed before the clean pass later that same year. A separate headlamp aim failure on 25 March 2024 at 37,656 miles was also rectified within the same day, as the retest passed immediately. Both issues were minor and consumable in nature, pointing to routine wear rather than underlying mechanical neglect. A buyer should still inspect the rear brake discs and pads in person, given the earlier wear advisory, to confirm remaining service life. The front brake components and all four tyre sidewalls deserve close scrutiny for age-related cracking, as ten-year-old rubber can degrade regardless of tread depth. Beneath the vehicle, check the subframe, rear suspension mounts, and exhaust system for surface corrosion, particularly if the car has spent periods stationary. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but a physical underbody inspection remains essential for a vehicle of this age.