2011 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · WP11 FBG

The 2025‑10‑20 MOT at 124,491 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating current roadworthiness. Although earlier tests from 2024 onward repeatedly flagged worn suspension bushes, arm pins and anti‑roll bar linkages, the subsequent 2025 result suggests those issues were rectified before the latest inspection, resulting in a stable maintenance trajectory rather than ongoing deterioration. The vehicle’s mileage of 124,491 at 15 years equates to roughly 8,300 miles per year, a figure consistent with normal usage for a 2011 model. The MOT log shows annual testing from 2015 through 2025 with only two years (2021 and 2022) containing dual entries, and no extended periods without a test, confirming a clean and continuous service history. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension system, examining rear and front trailing arm bushes, suspension arm pins and rear anti‑roll bar linkage for excessive play or binding, and verify that any previous repairs have been completed to manufacturer specifications. Inspection of the braking system is essential, paying particular attention to brake disc condition, pad thickness and parking brake efficiency, while tyre tread depth and wear patterns should be measured to confirm that the recurring edge wear noted in earlier tests has been corrected. Finally, the presence of minor structural advisories such as windscreen damage and child‑seat fitment does not affect mechanical safety, but the buyer should confirm that all previous advisories have been fully addressed and that no underlying corrosion affects suspension mounting points or chassis integrity.