2015 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · NJ65 HSG

The 2025‑09‑17 MOT passed the vehicle despite recording several defects, indicating that while it meets the legal threshold, ongoing wear is evident and the maintenance trend is concerning as recurring faults reappear after a clean 2024 test, suggesting the condition has not improved and may be worsening. The mileage rose from 24,122 miles in September 2018 to 79,422 miles in September 2025, a rise of roughly 7,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 2015 model; there are no large gaps in the record, indicating consistent operation rather than long periods of standing. A buyer should inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, verify that the upper anti‑roll bar ball joint dust cover is intact, examine the brake discs and calipers for binding or excessive wear, and check that the off‑side brake pipes are free of corrosion and powder blistering; the uneven tyre wear noted on the inside and edge edges also points to possible alignment or suspension issues, so the buyer must assess tyre condition, tread depth, and sidewall integrity, and confirm that the TPMS warning light is operational.