2018 KIA Sportage 1.6L Diesel · NL68 BFA

The most recent MOT test on 7 August 2026 shows the vehicle passed, but the maintenance trend indicates a worsening pattern of advisories compared to the clean results in 2023 and 2024. While the 2024 test followed a failure regarding a non-functional windscreen washer, the 2025 and 2026 tests both flagged an oil leak. The 2026 record introduces several new mechanical advisories concerning the braking system and suspension components that were not present in previous years. The vehicle has covered 86,243 miles over its eight-year lifespan, averaging approximately 10,780 miles per year. This usage pattern is consistent with typical UK driving for a vehicle of this age. The MOT records are relatively recent and consistent, with tests occurring annually between September 2023 and August 2026, providing a continuous view of the vehicle's condition over the last three years. A prospective buyer should focus on the recurring oil leak noted in both the August 2025 and August 2026 tests to determine the source and severity of the leak. The 2026 test also flagged worn or pitted front brake discs and worn suspension arm pins or bushes on both the nearside and offside rear trailing arms. These suspension advisories suggest progressive wear in the rear axle assembly. Physical inspection of the underside is necessary to assess the extent of the oil leak and the condition of the suspension bushings and brake discs. Buying Score: 58 Risk Level: Medium.