2012 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · YG62 FFT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy and exhibits a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test on 9 April 2026 at 63,950 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This clean bill of health follows a consistent pattern of passing tests without any noted advisories or mechanical failures over the last three years. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 2012 model, averaging roughly 4,568 miles per year. Between 12 April 2024 and 9 April 2026, the odometer increased from 54,896 to 63,950 miles, showing a steady usage pattern of approximately 4,500 miles annually. There are no erratic jumps in mileage that would suggest undisclosed commercial use or significant periods of abandonment. The absence of any recorded defects or advisories across the 2024, 2025, and 2026 tests is unusual for a fourteen year old vehicle. While the record is clean, the low annual mileage increases the risk of perished rubber components and fluid degradation due to inactivity. A buyer should specifically inspect the condition of the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking and check for any signs of brake caliper seizing or binding, which often occurs when a car is not driven frequently. Given the age of the chassis, a physical inspection of the underbody for corrosion is essential. The MOT record does not flag structural rust, but the lack of any advisories over several years suggests a very light duty cycle. Verifying the service history for regular oil changes is critical, as low-mileage engines can suffer from sludge buildup if the oil is not replaced according to time intervals rather than mileage.