2015 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · YC15 BGY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT test in August 2025 at 80,969 miles which passed with no recorded defects. This indicates an improving maintenance trend following a period of reactive repairs in the preceding years. While earlier tests flagged various minor issues, the lack of recent advisories suggests the current owner has addressed mechanical and consumable concerns identified in previous inspections. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's eleven-year age, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. Between August 2021 at 50,565 miles and August 2025 at 80,969 miles, the car covered 30,404 miles, showing steady and predictable usage. There are no significant gaps in the testing history to suggest long periods of standing, which is beneficial for preventing the degradation of rubber components and seized calipers in a vehicle of this age. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and tyre condition, as the August 2023 test at 68,007 miles flagged both front and rear brake pads as wearing to the limit. The 2024 test at 75,398 miles further noted a nearside front tyre worn to the limit and a nearside rear tyre with a nail. While the 2025 test was clean, these recurring faults suggest that the vehicle is often serviced only when components approach failure. Verification of the current brake pad depth and the condition of tyre sidewalls is necessary to ensure the trend of delayed maintenance has not returned.