2018 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · MY10 SCR

Based on the DVSA MOT records, this 2018 Kia Sportage presents a stable and largely unremarkable maintenance profile through to its most recent test. The July 2025 pass at 81,845 miles confirms the vehicle remains roadworthy, though the tester flagged rear brake pads wearing thin. This is a standard consumable wear item rather than a structural or systemic failure, and the absence of corrosion, suspension, or emissions advisories in the latest entry suggests the car has been kept in reasonable mechanical order. The mileage accumulation is consistent and predictable. Between July 2021 and July 2025, the recorded distance rose from 22,341 to 81,845 miles, averaging roughly 14,876 miles per year over that four-year window. This sits above the typical UK annual figure of around 10,000 miles, pointing to sustained regular use rather than long periods of inactivity. The steady progression without sudden spikes or unexplained gaps indicates the vehicle has been driven consistently, which is generally preferable to a car that stands idle for months at a stretch. A buyer should pay close attention to the rear braking system. The 2025 advisory on thin rear brake pads implies the discs and calipers are likely approaching the end of their service life as well. Inspect the rear disc thickness, caliper slide pins, and handbrake mechanism for binding or uneven wear. The repeated child seat obstruction advisories in 2021 and 2024 are not mechanical faults, but they do mean the rear adult seatbelts were never fully inspected during those tests. A buyer should manually extract and check both rear belts for fraying, slow retraction, and proper locking under sharp deceleration. The 2022 wiper blade defect and the 2024 deteriorated rear registration plate are minor cosmetic and consumable items. Neither suggests neglect of the core structure or drivetrain. With no corrosion, suspension, or exhaust emissions defects recorded across five consecutive annual tests, the vehicle’s structural integrity appears sound. A thorough underbody inspection and a test drive focused on rear brake feel and any suspension knocks over rough surfaces would be prudent final checks before purchase.