2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · PF70 KNE

The 2021 Kia Sportage presents a clean and stable roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 30 December 2025 at 23,603 miles, resulted in a pass with zero defects recorded on that date. A separate failure entry on the same day at the same mileage was solely for a front wiper blade failing to clear the windscreen effectively, a minor consumable item that was evidently rectified immediately for the subsequent pass. The maintenance trend is stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural advisories appearing across the recorded history. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a five-year-old vehicle. The record shows 8,505 miles on 27 December 2023, rising to 12,778 miles by 9 January 2025, and reaching 23,603 miles by 30 December 2025. This indicates a significant acceleration in use during 2025, with over 10,800 miles covered in roughly eleven months. Prior to that, the vehicle averaged under 4,300 miles annually. Such a pattern suggests the car may have stood for extended periods initially, then entered a phase of heavier, potentially short-journey use towards the end of 2025. Despite the clean MOT record, the rapid late-life mileage increase warrants a focused physical inspection. A buyer should examine the front suspension components, including drop links and anti-roll bar bushes, for premature wear inconsistent with the overall low-mileage profile. The braking system deserves close attention; check the condition of the front brake discs and pads for uneven wear or lipping, and verify that the rear brake calipers are not binding, as stop-start urban driving accelerates such faults. Inspect the tyres for edge wear and the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly around the flexi-joint and mounting points. Finally, check the subframe and inner wing arches for any signs of surface corrosion, as prolonged standing periods can allow moisture to settle in drainage points before a sudden increase in use.