2015 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · SX64 AHK

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean passing record in its most recent tests. The December 2025 MOT at 106,107 miles shows the first significant advisories regarding the braking system, specifically thin rear brake pads and pitted or scored rear brake discs. While the vehicle passed, these advisories indicate that the rear braking components are approaching the end of their service life and will require attention in the near future. The mileage accumulation follows a consistent and typical pattern for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. The data shows steady usage without significant periods of inactivity or sudden spikes in mileage. The gap between the December 2024 test at 98,794 miles and the December 2025 test at 106,107 miles confirms an annual usage of roughly 7,300 miles, which is slightly lower than the historical average but remains well within normal parameters for this age. A prospective buyer should focus a physical inspection on the braking system to assess the extent of the scoring on the rear discs and the remaining thickness of the pads. The history shows a recurring pattern of brake pad wear, with the tester flagging thin front pads and a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system during the December 2021 test at 69,190 miles. Although the vehicle passed the 2024 and 2023 tests without defects, the recent advisories suggest the braking hardware is the primary area of wear. The record also highlights occasional lapses in basic consumable maintenance, such as the December 2023 failure at 87,315 miles due to insufficient tread depth on both front tyres. This suggests that while mechanical upkeep is generally consistent, tyre replacement may sometimes be reactive rather than proactive. Checking the current condition of all four tyres and the functionality of the tyre pressure monitoring system would be prudent steps before purchase.