2020 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · BV20 HFG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While it passed its most recent test on 12 May 2025 at 43,700 miles, it had failed just three days prior with multiple significant defects. The tester identified critical issues including rear brake pads below the legal limit of minimum thickness, an excessively worn trailing arm front bush on the nearside rear suspension, and an ineffective offside windscreen wiper. This suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults when they threatened an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 43,700 miles over six years, the Sportage has averaged approximately 7,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. There is a notable gap in records between March 2023 (18,266 miles) and March 2024 (30,019 miles), where the car covered over 12,000 miles in just twelve months. However, the mileage accumulation remains consistent enough to suggest the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of തന്നെ, which often leads to fluid degradation or seized components. A buyer must inspect the braking system thoroughly, given the recurring trend of thin pads. The record shows front and rear pads nearing the limit in March 2024 and July 2024, followed by a rear pad failure in May 2025. The suspension also requires scrutiny, specifically the nearside rear trailing arm bush, to ensure the recent replacement was completed correctly and hasn't affected adjacent components. Additionally, verify the condition of the windscreen wipers and the registration plate, as these were recently flagged as points of failure.