2018 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · MW18 FFD

The 2018 KIA Sportage shows a stable roadworthiness trend over the past two years, with the most recent MOT on 2025-07-02 at 54,779 miles passing without defects—a clean result that suggests no critical failures have been overlooked. However, the record reveals a history of recurring minor issues, particularly with rear tyres and offside brake components, which, while not severe, indicate a pattern of neglect rather than proactive maintenance. The 2024-04-30 test highlighted a binding offside rear brake and worn discs, while the 2023-05-03 failure exposed a cut tyre and perishing rear tyres, all of which were remedied before the next test. This suggests the vehicle was driven despite known faults, rather than being properly serviced. Mileage progression shows 6,847 miles per year on average, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The most notable gap is between 2023-05-03 (40,715 miles) and 2024-04-30 (47,699 miles) , a 11,984-mile period with only one MOT test in between—an unusually long interval that could imply either infrequent testing or extended periods of non-use. The rapid accumulation from 40,715 to 49,025 miles (just 8,310 miles in 11 months ) before the 2024-07-22 test also suggests the vehicle was actively driven during this time, potentially masking underlying issues. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the rear axle and brake system , particularly the offside components, given the repeated advisories for binding brakes and worn discs. The perishing rear tyres —noted in three consecutive tests—demand immediate replacement, as this is a safety-critical failure risk. Suspension bushes and coil springs should also be checked for wear, especially if the vehicle has encountered potholes or rough roads, though no direct MOT references to these exist. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, should be examined, as this is a common failure point for vehicles of this age and mileage. Finally, the front offside tyre that failed in 2023 should be inspected for similar damage, as tyre integrity is a recurring concern.