2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · RF21 FNO

The 2021 Kia Sportage presents a clean bill of health on its MOT record, with a stable and consistently improving maintenance trend. The most recent test on 18 December 2025 at 27,799 miles passed with zero defects, no advisories, and no recorded faults whatsoever. This follows two identical clean passes on 27 June 2025 at 26,211 miles and 18 June 2024 at 22,673 miles. The pattern is unambiguous: this vehicle has been maintained to a high standard across all three recorded annual tests, with no recurring issues, no emerging wear trends, and no deferred repairs flagged by any tester. The mileage profile tells a clear story of light, consistent use. Across roughly five years of ownership, the odometer has advanced just 5,186 miles between the June 2024 and December 2025 tests, averaging approximately 3,450 miles per annum over that window. From new to the most recent test, the total accumulation of 27,799 miles equates to roughly 5,560 miles per year, well below the UK average of around 7,500 to 8,000 miles annually. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the record to suggest long periods of disuse or odometer irregularities. The mileage progression between each test is smooth and believable, consistent with a vehicle used for short, regular journeys rather than high-distance motorway commuting. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas that MOT tests only sample at a single point in time. With such low mileage, suspension components including front and rear bushes, shock absorbers, and coil springs may show age-related deterioration from standing and short trips rather than mileage wear. Brake discs and pads should be inspected for surface corrosion, which is common on lightly used vehicles that sit for extended periods. The exhaust system, particularly the catalytic converter and DPF if diesel, deserves attention given that short journeys can accelerate carbon buildup and emissions component degradation. Tyre condition across all four corners, including sidewall age cracking, should be checked even if tread depth remains legal, as the rubber may be approaching its recommended six-year replacement window. Structurally, the vehicle's underside and wheel arches should be examined for any signs of corrosion or underseal breakdown, as the MOT record only captures a snapshot and does not guarantee long-term structural integrity. The cleanest MOT history cannot substitute for a physical inspection by a qualified mechanic, particularly on a vehicle that may have spent significant time stationary. That said, on paper, this Sportage's record is as strong as any buyer could reasonably hope for.