2016 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · MW16 RCV

The vehicle currently maintains a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean MOT test result. The most recent inspection conducted on 12 January 2026 at 45,696 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical and structural components met all regulatory standards. This follows a minor failure earlier in the year 2024 due to a missing offside rear road wheel fixing, which was clearly rectified immediately as the previous owner addressed the safety-critical fault before the retest. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old Kia Sportage, averaging only approximately 4,570 miles per annum. The data shows a consistent pattern of use, with 2,876 miles covered between January 2024 and 2025, and another 2,502 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. While low mileage suggests reduced wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by age-related decay rather than mileage. Given the low usage, check for sidew cracking on the tyres and signs of perished wiper blades or dried seals in the engine bay. The braking system should be inspected for seized calipers or surface rust, as vehicles that sit frequently often suffer here. Additionally, examine the suspension bushes and control arms for cracking, as these materials degrade over a decade regardless of how few miles the vehicle has travelled.