2022 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · MD71 ABX

The 2022 Kia Sportage presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean roadworthiness record. The vehicle cleared its latest statutory test today, 28 July 2026, at 25,804 miles without any recorded defects or advisories. This outcome mirrors the previous inspections on 14 August 2025 at 24,638 miles and 16 September 2024 at 21,598 miles, both of which also returned unblemished pass certificates. The absence of recurring failures across three consecutive annual checks indicates consistent upkeep and suggests the previous owner addressed routine servicing promptly. No structural integrity concerns, exhaust emissions faults, or braking system warnings appear in the DVSA log. The vehicle maintains a predictable, low-risk mechanical baseline. The odometer readings align with moderate, consistent use for a four-year-old compact SUV. Mileage accumulation averages approximately 6,450 miles annually, with the vehicle covering 1,166 miles between the August 2025 and July 2026 tests, and roughly 3,040 miles between the September 2024 and August 2025 inspections. This steady progression rules out sudden high-mileage spikes or prolonged periods of inactivity that often accelerate rubber component degradation or cause fluid contamination. The recorded distance falls within expected parameters for daily commuting and occasional longer journeys. Buyers can expect standard wear patterns across the drivetrain and suspension mounting points rather than accelerated fatigue. Despite the clean statutory history, a physical examination remains essential to verify condition beyond the minimum legal standard. Inspect the front and rear suspension bushes and coil springs for early cracking or sag, as these components often show wear before triggering an MOT advisory. Check the brake discs and calipers for uneven pad wear or binding, particularly given the vehicle's age and mileage. Examine the underbody and wheel arches for surface corrosion or stone damage, which the DVSA test does not penalise until it compromises structural rigidity. Verify tyre tread depth and sidewall condition, alongside windscreen wiper blade integrity, since consumable replacement cycles frequently fall outside statutory testing windows.