2022 KIA Sportage Gtln S ISG MHEV4X4 SA 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · YF22 TWL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on July 3, 2026, but the immediate history reveals a recent period of instability regarding electrical and braking systems. Just ten days prior on June 23, 2026, the car failed due to an inoperative electronic parking brake control, poor parking brake efficiency, and a faulty offside front windscreen wiper. The fact that the vehicle passed immediately after these critical failures suggests the owner addressed the urgent mechanical faults, indicating a reactive but functional maintenance approach. At 27,721 miles, the Sportage has averaged approximately 6,930 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a four-year-old SUV. The interval between the June 2025 test at 22,979 miles and the July 2026 test shows consistent usage without unexplained spikes in mileage accumulation. This relatively low mileage generally suggests less wear on the suspension components and drivetrain, though the recent mechanical failures indicate that specific electronic modules are requiring attention. A buyer must physically inspect the electronic parking brake system to ensure the repair performed in June 2026 is permanent and robust. The tester previously flagged an efficiency of less than 50 percent, which is a significant deficit that could indicate a sticking caliper or a failing actuator motor. Additionally, verify the 13-pin trailer socket functionality and the electrical socket brackets, as these were points of concern in the 2025 record. A thorough check of the offside wiper blade for wear or motor strain will also ensure the previous failure was fully rectified.