2009 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · SA59 VFH

The vehicle is in a critical state of neglect following its last recorded test in September 2021 at 85,013 miles. While the car passed previous tests, the most recent MOT revealed a catastrophic list of failures that indicate a total breakdown in preventative maintenance. The mechanical trend is severely worsening, moving from minor bulb failures in 2018 to systemic failures across the braking, suspension, and structural integrity systems by the 2021 inspection. The recorded mileage of 85,013 miles is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging only 5,001 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant gap in records, with no MOT history available since September 2021. Given that today is June 2026, the vehicle is nearly five years out of its test. This low mileage combined with long periods often correlates with the degradation of rubber components and the perishing of fluids, which is consistent with the failures seen in the final test report. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis, as the 2021 test flagged excessive corrosion on the offside integral body structure that seriously affected its strength. The front and rear sub-frames also showed significant corrosion. Furthermore, the braking system requires a complete overhaul; the record noted seriously weakened rear brake discs, binding calipers, and excessively corroded brake hoses across all corners. The suspension is also a point of concern, with worn arm bushes, ball joints, and track rod ends identified across multiple years. The exhaust system suffered from major leaks in both the front and rear sections, which resulted in a failed emissions test due to excessive smoke levels. The 2021 report also highlighted all four tyres being at or below legal limits or showing signs of perishing. Because of the lapse since the last MOT and the severity of the structural and mechanical faults recorded, the vehicle is likely not roadworthy without extensive investment and a professional mechanical assessment of the current state of the rust.