2011 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · SL11 VEF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the latest MOT data. The most recent test on April 9, 2024 at 108,086 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While the history shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by passes in both 2023 and 2024, the owner has been proactive in rectifying any identified faults quickly to secure the annual certificate. The mileage progression is consistent with a low-to-moderate usage profile, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. Between April 2022 at 93,988 miles and April 2024 at 108,086 miles, the vehicle covered 14,098 miles over two years. This steady accumulation suggests the car has not been subjected to extreme annual mileage, which often preserves the drivetrain and suspension components. However, the age of the vehicle means that rubber-related degradation is a more likely concern than high-mileage wear-and-tear. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to failure at this age, despite the clean recent records. Given the Sportage's age, examine the structural integrity of the sills and subframe for surface corrosion, as rust often begins hidden. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or tearing, as these typically perish over fifteen years regardless of mileage. Since the most recent tests recorded no brake defects, verify the calipers are not binding and check the thickness of the discs to ensure no excessive thinning is present.