2014 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · BD64 LWW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in mechanical oversight. While it passed its latest test in November 2025 at 124,342 miles, this followed a failure just one mile prior that revealed multiple defects. The transition from a clean record in 2022 and 2023 to a series of brake and tyre issues in the last two tests suggests a shift toward reactive maintenance where components are only addressed after failing a formal inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical UK usage for a Sportage, averaging approximately 10,300 miles per year. Between November 2024 at 113,412 miles and November 2025 at 124,342 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 11,000 miles. This steady accumulation indicates the car is used regularly, which generally prevents internal components from seizing. However, the high cumulative mileage of 124,000 miles places significant stress on wear and tear items, leading to the failures seen in the most recent records. A buyer must focus their inspection on the braking system and electronic monitoring. The November 2025 failure flagged pitted and scored discs on both axles, alongside a binding and fluctuating offside rear caliper. While these were rectified for the pass, the buyer should check for uneven pad wear and ensure the new components are not already sticking. The tyre pressure monitoring system was also noted as inoperative; this remains a functional fault that requires diagnostic attention to determine if a simple sensor needs replacement. The recurring mention of edge wear on tyres in the 2025 test suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. A physical inspection should target the front wisharms and ball joints for play, as these are common failure points at this mileage. Given the vehicle's age, a close look at the underbody for subframe-related corrosion is also essential to ensure the structural integrity remains sound despite the lack of MOT advisories regarding rust.