2022 KIA Sportage 3 ISG 1.6L Petrol · MW22 VVF

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Kia Sportage was conducted on 21 July 2026, and the vehicle passed with no defects or advisories recorded. The previous test on 25 July 2025 also resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or failures logged. With two consecutive passes and zero recorded advisories on file, the official test history indicates a stable and well-maintained trend, suggesting that the vehicle has been kept in good roadworthy condition throughout its current MOT cycle. A clean record such as this is reassuring, though it is worth noting that the MOT only assesses safety-critical items at a point in time and does not necessarily reflect the condition of service-interval wear items or components below MOT failure thresholds. With a recorded mileage of 25,964 miles over four years, this Sportage is accumulating roughly 6,491 miles annually, which is broadly consistent with typical average driving patterns for a privately used family SUV in the UK. This level of usage is neither excessively high nor concerningly low, meaning that mechanical wear from high-mileage motoring is unlikely to be a major factor, nor is the prolonged standing associated with very low-use vehicles. Mileage progression between the two recorded tests appears consistent, with no obvious gaps or sudden jumps that would suggest clock irregularities or extended periods of storage, both of which can produce their own characteristic wear patterns on brakes, tyres, and drivetrain components. Despite the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should carry out several practical physical checks appropriate to the vehicle's age and mileage. The tyres should be inspected closely for age-related sidewall perishing or cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with time regardless of tread depth, and a 2022-vintage tyre could already be showing signs of deterioration if the original factory fitment remains in place. The wheels and underbody should be examined for any corrosion, particularly around suspension arms, subframes, and brake components, although a four-year-old Sportage would not normally be expected to show structural corrosion issues. The brake discs should be checked for any lipping or surface corrosion suggesting infrequent braking, and the caliper sliding pins and handbrake mechanism should be verified for smooth operation to ensure no binding is developing from standing or light use. Attention should also be directed toward age-sensitive service requirements. The 12-volt battery should be tested for healthy cranking voltage and state of charge, as batteries beyond three to four years of age can begin to lose capacity and fail without warning. Brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid should be confirmed as being changed in line with manufacturer schedules, as these fluids degrade over time through moisture absorption and chemical breakdown rather than purely through mileage accumulation. On a test drive, listen for any suspension clonks or knocks over uneven surfaces that might indicate worn bushes, struts, or anti-roll bar links, and observe whether the vehicle tracks straight under braking without pulling, shudder, or vibration through the steering wheel. Confirm that the Kia service book is present with stamps matching the recorded mileage and that the timing chain or belt service interval has been documented where applicable, ensuring that this well-presented Sportage continues to deliver reliable motoring beyond its current MOT certificate.