2019 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · YD19 KOU

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status but shows a clear and worrying trend toward reactive maintenance. While it passed its most recent test on 23 February 2026 at 66,347 miles, it had failed earlier that same day due to multiple mechanical and consumable defects. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to a list of significant failures in 2026 indicates that the previous owner has neglected routine servicing intervals until prompted by the MOT tester. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical low-useage vehicle, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per year. There is a notable gap in data between July 2023 at 46,171 miles and February 2026 at 66,347 miles, during which the vehicle covered over 20,000 miles. While the total mileage is low for a seven-year-old Sportage, the degradation of rubber components and brake hardware is evidenced by the perishing tyres and worn suspension bushes noted in the latest tests. A physical inspection must focus on the braking system and suspension geometry. The February 2026 failure highlighted thin front and rear brake pads alongside worn discs, while the offside rear parking brake has been flagged for poor performance since February 2025, suggesting a seized caliper or faulty adjustment mechanism. The trailing arm bushes were identified as worn, which can lead to uneven tyre wear and handling instability if not replaced. The condition of the tyres requires immediate attention, with the nearside front recorded at the legal limit of 1.6mm and the rear tyres showing signs of age-related cracking. The buyer should verify that the nearside wiper blade mentioned in the failure was actually replaced and that the suspension bush issues have been properly addressed. The current history suggests a vehicle that is only maintained when necessary for compliance rather than through a preventative care schedule.