2015 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · PT12 PAM

This KIA Sportage has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three years, with no defects recorded during the most recent MOT tests. The vehicle passed its final inspection on 20 May 2025 at 50,243 miles, though it failed the preceding test just 11 days earlier at 50,214 miles—an unusual but unexplained anomaly given no defects were logged. The 2023 and earlier tests also showed clean passes with no advisories or failures, suggesting consistent compliance with MOT standards. However, the recent failure without explanation warrants scrutiny of whether the vehicle was driven to the test in a non-standard condition or if there was a temporary issue not captured in the record. The mileage progression indicates unusually light usage for a vehicle of this age. Over the past five years, the Sportage accumulated just 17,585 miles, averaging roughly 3,517 miles annually—well below the typical UK annual mileage for a car of this class. The largest gap between tests occurred between 2022 (32,609 miles) and 2023 (41,158 miles), a 8,449-mile increase over 11 months, which could imply either prolonged storage or sporadic driving. The lack of advisories or failures during these periods suggests no urgent mechanical issues were overlooked, but prolonged inactivity may have contributed to minor wear in components like suspension bushes or brake fluid degradation. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on suspension integrity and brake condition. While no failures were recorded, the recent failure without defects could hint at undetected issues such as worn suspension bushes or binding calipers, which might not always trigger an MOT failure but could affect handling. Brake discs and pads should be checked for uneven wear, as repeated failures on this component are uncommon in this record. Additionally, given the low mileage, inspect for signs of corrosion on wheel arches, sills, and underbody—particularly if the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary. The absence of advisories does not preclude these areas from requiring attention, especially if the car has been stored in a damp environment.