2018 KIA Stonic 1.4L Petrol · MK05 MAY

The 2018 Kia Stonic presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 3 February 2026 at 39,938 miles passing with zero defects recorded. This is a strong indicator of consistent upkeep. The vehicle has passed every recorded test without advisories or failures, suggesting the braking, suspension, steering, and exhaust systems have remained within acceptable tolerances across its life. No recurring faults appear in the record, and the trend is firmly stable rather than improving or worsening. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of light use. Between the February 2023 test at 20,309 miles and the June 2024 test at 26,570 miles, the car covered 6,261 miles in roughly sixteen months. The next interval, from June 2024 to February 2026, saw 13,368 miles added over approximately twenty months, which represents a noticeable uptick in usage. Even so, the annualised average of roughly 4,992 miles remains well below the typical UK figure of around 8,000 miles per year. The gap between the June 2025 test at 34,823 miles and the February 2026 test at 39,938 miles shows 5,115 miles covered in just over seven months, confirming the recent increase in activity. Despite this, the MOT record shows no corresponding rise in defects. With no flagged items in the history, there are no recurring mechanical or structural concerns to highlight from the tester's perspective. A buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection, paying close attention to the condition of the tyres, brake discs and pads, suspension bushes, and coil springs, as these components age regardless of mileage. The underbody and wheel arches should be examined for corrosion, particularly given the car's age, and the exhaust system should be checked for leaks or deterioration. A test drive will reveal any binding calipers, steering imbalance, or suspension noise that a static inspection might miss. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but it does not substitute for a hands-on assessment of a vehicle that is now eight years old.