2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · RX66 VGP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of improving maintenance over time. The most recent inspection conducted in September 2025 at 91,820 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets all statutory requirements without defects. This follows a clean result from 2024, suggesting that the previous owner has addressed any developing issues before they escalated. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical annual usage for a decade-old SUV, averaging approximately 9,182 miles per year. Data shows a steady accumulation of distance, moving from 44,775 miles in September 2021 to the current 91,820 miles in 2025. This regular interval suggests the vehicle is used consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for the preservation of rubber components and mechanical seals, though it does subject the drivetrain to standard wear-related parts. A buyer should focus attention on the braking system during a physical inspection, as the August 2023 test at 71,476 miles flagged an offside front inner brake pad shim. While this was a minor defect, it highlights the need to check for uneven pad wear or caliper sticking in the current vehicle. The 2021 advisory regarding multiple tyres worn to 3mm indicates that the owner monitors consumables but reached the limit of their legal life around that time. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check of the suspension bushes and exhaust system for corrosion is advisable, as these areas were not explicitly highlighted in the recent clean records.