2018 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · AV68 KVC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a clear worsening trend regarding the braking system. The most recent test in October 2025 at 72,742 miles flagged thinning pads on both axles and pitted or scored discs on both front and rear wheels. This represents a significant degradation from the October 2024 test at 60,815 miles, where only the front pads and discs showed wear. The progression suggests that brake components have not been overhauled despite multiple consecutive advisories. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,100 miles per year. The data shows steady accumulation, moving from 25,520 miles in 2021 to over 72,000 miles by 2025. There are no unusual gaps suggesting long periods of inactivity, which indicates the vehicle has likely been used for regular road miles. While the mileage is typical for a Sportage, the rate of wear on the braking hardware correlates with this consistent usage and the deferred maintenance noted in the later records. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking assembly and suspension components. Given the recurring reports of pitted discs and thin pads, the entire system likely requires a full replacement of rotors and pads to ensure safe stopping performance. Additionally, the 2022 advisory regarding uneven rear tyre wear suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes, which should be verified by checking the current state of the rear tyres. While no structural corrosion or emissions failures have been recorded, the need to fit a new engine undertray in 2023 indicates previous underbody impact or a lost component that warrants a visual check for secondary damage.