2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · MP65 MXD

The 2016 Kia Sportage presents a currently roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 27 January 2026 at 76,232 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, following a same-day failure logged at identical mileage with no defects cited, an administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical fault. Prior annual tests in January 2025 at 73,815 miles and January 2024 at 71,242 miles also passed clean. The record shows no advisories or recurring defects across the observed period, indicating consistent compliance with roadworthiness standards. The odometer sat at 71,047 miles on 17 January 2024 when the vehicle failed with no defects noted, then rose to 71,242 miles by 30 January 2024 at pass. Annual accumulation averaged roughly 2,400 miles between 2024 and 2026, well below the implied 7,623 miles per year for a ten-year-old vehicle. Such low recent use suggests lighter commuting or extended standing periods, though the sparse clean record gives little basis to judge consumable wear or hidden corrosion. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the age and low mileage that can mask perished rubbers or surface rust on structural members. The DVSA data flags no binding calipers, exhaust emissions breaches, or structural integrity concerns, yet garage lifts and probe checks remain prudent. Verify the January 2026 duplicate failure entry with DVSA to confirm no suppressed defect exists before purchase.