KIA SPORTAGE2019 · 1.6L PETROL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a clear trend of reactive brake servicing. The most recent test in April 2026 at 52,179 miles passed with advisories for worn rear brake discs. This follows a previous failure in March 2025 where front brake pads were found below the legal limit, indicating that the owner addresses braking components only after they fail or receive advisory notices rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,450 miles per year with a current total of 52,179 miles. The intervals between tests show steady annual usage, with roughly 6,000 miles driven between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 6,700 miles between March 2025 and April 2026. This regularity suggests typical road use rather than long periods of standing, which explains the consistent wear observed on the braking hardware. A buyer should focus their inspection on the braking system, as the record highlights recurring issues with discs and pads across multiple years. The tester flagged pitted front discs in 2024 and thin rear pads in 2025, leading to the current advisory for worn rear discs in 2026. It is necessary to verify if the current components have actually been replaced and if the calipers are not sticking or causing uneven wear. Additionally, the 2024 failure for headlamp aim suggests a simple adjustment was required, but the buyer should confirm the beams remain correctly aligned for night driving.