2010 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · SH60 TMU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 71,674 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure for critical tyre damage and suspension corrosion. The mechanical condition appears stable but concerning as several issues, such as the suspension arms and brake hose corrosion, persisted across multiple testing cycles, suggesting that the owner only addresses faults once they result in an immediate MOT failure. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 71,674 miles represents a low average of approximately 4,480 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with the condition issues noted in the record, specifically the perishing and cracking of the tyres identified in early 2025. However, there is a significant mileage gap between the November 2023 test and the January 2025 test, indicating the vehicle likely sat for long periods, which can allow rubber components and brake assemblies to degrade due to age rather than mechanical wear. A physical inspection must focus on the rear suspension assembly due to the documented progression of corrosion on the nearside and offside rear suspension arms since 2025. Although the tester noted these were not yet seriously weakened in 2026, structural rust on these-age vehicles often accelerates. The buyer should also inspect the offside front brake hose for further degradation at the ferrule and check the rear brake system for binding, as the history shows recurring issues with imbalance and efficiency throughout 2025 and 2026.