2018 KIA Stinger 2.2L Diesel · LG68 AED

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 30 October 2025, but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline in attention to consumables. While the car passed its most recent test at 92,404 miles, the tester flagged several advisories regarding worn tyres and a nearside front inner suspension arm ball joint with slight play. These issues were present during the initial failure on the same day, alongside a deficiency in parking brake efficiency. The shift from a clean record in 2023 to recurring tyre and suspension issues in 2024 and 2025 suggests a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical UK usage for an eight-year-old vehicle. The car has covered 92,404 miles, averaging approximately 11,550 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 51,630 miles in November 2021 to 71,906 miles in October 2024, and finally to 92,404 miles in October 2025. This steady climb indicates regular road use rather than long periods of inactivity, which generally helps prevent issues like seized brake calipers or perished rubber components, though it does mean mechanical wear is expected. A prospective buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the tyre condition and alignment, as the MOT history shows a persistent trend of tyres being worn close to the legal limit or unevenly on the edges across multiple years. The recurring advisory for nearside front suspension arm ball joint play warrants a close check for any further movement in the steering or suspension components. Given the failure regarding parking brake efficiency in October 2025, a thorough test of the handbrake's holding power and an inspection of the rear brake pads and discs is necessary to ensure the previous fault has been fully rectified.