2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · SC70 EVG

A clean and consistent MOT record defines the mechanical standing of this 2021 Kia Sportage, with the most recent assessment on 3 June 2025 returning a pass and no advisories or defects recorded against the vehicle. The history shows five tests stretching back to early 2024, four of which produced passes with no defects, and one administrative failure dated 2 June 2025 that carried no recorded defect categories, indicating a presentation, documentation, or procedural refusal rather than a genuine mechanical defect. The overall trend is one of stable roadworthiness, with no recurring advisories on suspension, braking, corrosion, or exhaust components that would otherwise suggest progressive wear or neglect. For a five-year-old vehicle, the absence of any flagged items across multiple tests is a notably positive signal of structural and mechanical integrity. With 38,936 miles recorded against an approximate five-year span, the vehicle has covered around 7,787 miles annually, placing it firmly within typical usage parameters for its age. There are no significant gaps in the testing record that would indicate prolonged off-road storage, and the regular annual cadence suggests consistent use. This level of mileage means the engine, transmission, and drivetrain components have seen moderate working life without being subjected to the elevated wear associated with high-mileage motorway use. Consumables such as brake pads, discs, and tyres will still be subject to normal service intervals, but there is no recorded evidence from the MOT history of those items having reached advisory thresholds during testing. From a buyer standpoint, the lack of any recorded suspension or steering advisories on this Kia is particularly reassuring, as Sportage models of this generation can be prone to wear in the front lower control arm bushes and rear trailing arm bushings. On a test drive, listen carefully for any clonks or knocking from the front suspension over uneven roads, particularly at low speed over speed bumps, and pay attention to vagueness or shimmy in the steering that could indicate worn drop links or tracking misalignment not yet flagged at test. Equally, the absence of brake-related advisories is favourable, but the brake pedal should still be tested for firmness, any excessive travel, or judder under firm application that might suggest warped front discs, especially given that no brake wear data has been recorded in the test history. The clean corrosion record across all tests is a further positive indicator, as Kia vehicles of this era can exhibit early surface corrosion on underbody components, particularly around suspension mounting points and the rear subframe. A thorough inspection underneath the vehicle on a dry day is still recommended, paying close attention to the rear axle mounting areas and exhaust hangers for any developing rust. The 1.6 T-GDi or 1.7 CRDi engine options fitted to this generation should be checked for any signs of oil misting around the cam cover area and coolant leaks from the thermostat housing, both known minor service items on these powertrains. Finally, verify that the tyres are of consistent brand, age, and tread depth across the axles, as uneven fitment can mask underlying suspension geometry issues that have not yet manifested as test advisories.