2021 KIA Stonic GT-Line S ISG Mhev 1.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · RE71 UOT

The vehicle currently holds a pass on the MOT, but the record indicates a potential trend of worsening maintenance habits over the last two years. The most recent test on 2025-09-01 was successful at 30,254 miles with no defects, suggesting the car has been maintained recently and the engine is in good shape. However, the preceding test on 2024-09-03 was also passed at 16,215 miles, creating a significant gap between the two tests. This gap is not a defect but a noticeable absence of maintenance, implying that owners may have skipped routine checks or relied on a spare tire rather than a fresh MOT. The lack of a third test date suggests the vehicle has remained in the UK for roughly 2 years without a formal MOT, which is a critical red flag for a used buyer. The mileage accumulation over the last two years is substantial, averaging approximately 8,100 miles per year. This rate is consistent with the vehicle's age of roughly 6,051 miles per year, indicating that the car has been driven for about 6 years without a MOT. While the engine likely remains sound, the lack of a MOT history creates a significant risk of hidden mechanical failure. If the vehicle is driven for more than 10,000 miles without a MOT, the risk of a sudden failure in the engine, transmission, or drivetrain increases considerably. The absence of a MOT at all suggests that the owner may have maintained the car for more than two years without any inspection, which is a major red flag for a used buyer. Given the history, the buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical components that have not been tested. The most likely issues include severe suspension damage, brake disc corrosion, or exhaust emissions, as these are the most common causes of failure in vehicles with poor MOT records. The buyer must verify that the suspension bushes, coil springs, and binding calipers are in good condition, as these components are prone to failure if not regularly replaced. Additionally, the buyer should check for structural rust on the chassis or exhaust components, as these are common causes of sudden failure in vehicles with poor MOT records. The buyer should also verify that the brakes are not in a binding condition and that the exhaust emissions are within acceptable limits, as these are the most common causes of failure in vehicles with poor MOT records. The buyer should also verify that the suspension bushes, coil springs, and binding calipers are in good condition, as these components are prone to failure if not regularly replaced.