2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · BU09 RTS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward deferred consumable replacements. In the most recent MOT test in April 2026 at 27,354 miles, the tester flagged thin front brake pads and perishing sidewalls on both rear tyres. While the car passed, these advisories indicate that components which have reached the end of their functional life now require immediate attention to prevent future failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. Data shows consistent usage patterns, moving from 18,532 miles in May 2024 to 22,883 miles in May 2025. This low annual mileage often reduces the mechanical wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, however, as evidenced by the 2026 record, it can lead to age-related degradation of rubber components where tyres crack and perish despite the low distance travelled. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the thin front pads have been replaced and the discs show no scoring. The 2025 failure due to exposed cords on the nearside rear tyre, followed by the 2026 advisory for perishing on both re, suggests the tyres are failing due to age rather than tread depth. Check all sidewalls for dry cracking and inspect the suspension bushes for splits, as low-mile vehicles often hide rubber rot in these areas.