2015 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · OY15 OPP

The vehicle currently presents in a roadworthy state, following a clean pass in the most recent MOT test conducted on April 3, 2025 at 89,169 miles. This result indicates that the mechanical and safety issues identified in previous years have been addressed. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory, as the car moved from a history of failures to consecutive clean passes without any recorded advisories in the latest inspections. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,100 miles per year. Between April 2023 and April 2024, the vehicle covered 9,827 miles, representing a slightly higher period of use compared to the 9,399 miles recorded in the preceding one-year interval. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly, which is generally beneficial for maintaining the integrity of rubber seals and braking components against the degradation often associated with long periods of standing. While the most recent tests are clean, the failures recorded in April 2023 and April 2024 suggest that specific components required immediate attention during those intervals. Since the records provided do not detail the specific reasons for those failures, a physical inspection must focus on the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines to ensure no recurring wear is beginning to manifest. A buyer should also check for structural corrosion on the underbody and exhaust system, as vehicles of this age and mileage are susceptible to surface rust regardless of recorded defects.