2021 KIA Sportage Gtln S Crdi MHEV4X4SA 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · OV21 XTO

A clean DVSA record across all three post-registration tests, with the most recent pass on 17 November 2025 recording no defects, places this Sportage in a strong position among late-2021 diesel mild-hybrid 4x4s of similar age. The absence of advisories on the June 2024, June 2025, and November 2025 examinations means there is no documented wear pattern to investigate, no chronic component flagged repeatedly across multiple visits, and no structural or corrosion concerns raised by the tester. Because the 2025 MOT was repeated only five months after the June pass, the November test essentially functions as a mid-cycle health check; the clean result there indicates no deterioration developed between the two inspections. Across the recorded history the trend is uniformly stable rather than improving or worsening, simply because there is no negative data against which to plot movement. The odometer reading of 36,241 miles against a five-year registration implies an average annual accumulation of roughly 7,250 miles, which sits squarely within normal usage parameters for a family SUV of this class. There are no large mileage jumps between the 2024, mid-2025, and late-2025 tests, no sudden spikes that would indicate prolonged motorway commuting or towing use, and no extended absence from the road that would raise concerns about standing-related deterioration such as seized brakes or perished seals. This steady accumulation is consistent with regular mixed driving and supports a working assumption of consistent rather than intermittent use. Given the absence of any recorded defects, advisory or otherwise, a prospective buyer has no specific component flagged in the MOT history to chase down during inspection. That said, on a physical inspection and test drive the focus should remain on the systems most commonly affected on a diesel MHEV of this age and mileage. With the vehicle now past the five-year mark and approaching the boundary where original factory corrosion protection on underbody seams, subframe mounting points, and brake pipe unions begins to thin, a careful check underneath on a ramp or over a pit is worthwhile, paying particular attention to the rear subframe area and the fuel and brake lines running along the chassis rails. On the road, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over bumps, which would point to worn lower control arm bushes or anti-roll bar drop links; feel for vibration through the steering wheel under braking that might indicate disc warping; and check for any pulling to one side, which could indicate a sticking brake caliper or uneven pad wear. On the drivetrain side, ensure the four-wheel-drive system engages smoothly on loose surfaces, as occasional non-engagement of the rear axle is a known issue on Kia 4x4 systems. Finally, with no advisories recorded against tyres, brake components, or fluid condition on any of the three tests, the buyer should not treat the next MOT as a formality. Items such as brake pads and discs, which are now at the age where original fitment can reach the end of its effective life even at modest mileage, should be physically inspected and measured. Confirm the operation of the diesel particulate filter through sustained gentle driving followed by a period of higher load; any persistent glow-plug or DPF warning light on the dashboard would warrant pre-purchase diagnostic investigation. The mild-hybrid 48V system components, including the belt-driven starter-generator and its associated wiring, are not separately testable under MOT conditions but should be confirmed as functioning during a cold start and at low-speed manoeuvres. Overall, the documented record gives no mechanical reason for concern, but a hands-on evaluation remains essential to verify the continued integrity of wear-related and age-related items.