2018 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · SH18 OBL

The Kia Sportage presents a clean MOT history over its recent testing cycle, with the most recent examination on 25 June 2025 at 65,148 miles showing no defects—an outcome that aligns with the prior 20 June 2023 test at 39,549 miles , also defect-free. The absence of advisories or failures in the last three tests suggests the vehicle has been maintained at a level sufficient to meet DVSA standards, with no signs of recurring mechanical or structural issues. The only anomaly in the record is the duplicate entry for 20 May 2024 at 52,092 miles , where the vehicle was both passed and failed on the same date—a clerical error rather than a technical concern. This consistency implies the car has either been well-looked-after or, at worst, suffered only minor, non-critical wear that did not escalate into test failures. Mileage accumulation has been steady and typical for its age, with 8,144 miles per year over the past eight years—a rate that falls within expected ranges for a used vehicle of this class. The gaps between tests are irregular but not alarming: the longest interval is between 3 June 2022 (27,195 miles) and 14 June 2023 (39,549 miles) , a span of just over a year, while the most recent test in 2025 occurred roughly 13 months after the prior one. There’s no evidence of rapid mileage buildup or prolonged neglect, though the lack of advisories in earlier tests means some wear—such as tyre condition or suspension bush degradation—may have been addressed privately rather than recorded by the tester. Given the absence of defects, a prospective buyer should still verify a few key areas in person. While the MOT history shows no brake-related failures, binding calipers or uneven disc wear could still exist, particularly if the vehicle has been driven hard. The suspension should be checked for uneven ride height, worn bushes, or damaged coil springs, especially since no advisories were logged—this might indicate previous owners addressed issues privately. Exhaust emissions were not flagged, but a visual inspection of the underbody for corrosion or loose components is prudent, given the vehicle’s age. Tyre condition is another critical point: while tread depth may not have been tested in recent years, uneven wear or cracks could signal alignment or balance issues. Structural integrity, including sills and wheel arches, should also be scrutinised for signs of rust or impact damage, as these are not always caught in standard MOT tests.