2014 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · YY14 FSF

The 2026 test at 132,239 miles was passed, indicating that the vehicle has maintained a standard roadworthiness profile for at least two years. However, the maintenance trend is not stable; it has been chronically worsening, particularly regarding suspension and brake components, which suggests the owner may have been neglecting routine inspections or experiencing inconsistent use patterns. The mileage accumulation is notable, as the vehicle reached 113,857 miles in January 2025, representing a significant jump from the 99,299 miles recorded in January 2024. This rapid increase in mileage during the same period suggests that the owner may have driven the car for longer stretches or maintained it in conditions that accelerated wear on consumables and structural parts. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for binding rear brakes, binding calipers, and significant wear on suspension bushings and arm pins, as these components were consistently flagged in multiple tests. Structural integrity must also be checked for corrosion on brake discs and exhaust emissions, as these issues were recorded in both 2026 and 2025. The vehicle is currently in a degraded state requiring urgent mechanical work to restore safety and legal compliance.