2016 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · SO66 JYP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest MOT on 18 June 2025 at 31,111 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. The most recent test flagged a minor exhaust gas leak, which was also noted during the previous failure, suggesting that while the immediate failure points were addressed, the exhaust system is showing signs of degradation that require ongoing monitoring. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,111 miles per year. Between June 2023 at 25,226 miles and June 2024 at 27,842 miles, the car covered only 2,616 miles. This low usage often results in the vehicle sitting for extended periods, which can lead to accelerated aging of rubber-based components and surface corrosion on metal surfaces. The data shows consistent low mileage which explains the mechanical failures despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front-end suspension. The June 2025 failure highlighted a nearside front track rod end with excessive play, while the 2024 test identified a worn anti-roll bar ball joint. These components are critical for steering precision and vehicle stability. The buyer should verify that these were replaced effectively. Additionally, the braking system required attention in 2024 due to pitted and scored discs and thin pads. Since these were likely replaced then, an inspector should check for uneven wear or caliper seizing, which is common in low-mileage stationary vehicles. The exhaust system remains a persistent issue, appearing in both the 2024 and 2025 records. This indicates a thinning gasket or a small fracture in the manifold assembly that has not been fully rectified. Given the 2024 failure regarding ineffective windscreen wipers, the owner appears to have neglected basic consumable items until they failed a formal test. A physical inspection should check the condition of all rubber seals and bushings to ensure the low-mileage history has not left the vehicle vulnerable to perished parts or hidden rust.