2021 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · CK71 WNJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on July 29, 2025. The maintenance trend shows a brief period of reactive repair after a significant failure just three days prior to that test. While the car failed at 19,240 miles due to worn suspension arm bushes on both rear sides and an ineffective front wiper, the immediate corrective action indicates that the owner addressed these specific mechanical defects to bring the vehicle back to standard. The mileage profile is notably low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,848 miles per year. Between the August 2024 test at 14,068 miles and the July 2025 test at 19,241 miles, the car covered 5,173 miles. This low usage suggests light commuting, which typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine but can sometimes lead to rubber-based components like suspension bushes degrading prematurely if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should physically inspect the rear suspension components to ensure the replacement bushes flagged in the July 2025 failure were fitted to quality. The simultaneous failure of both nearside and offside rear bushes suggests a uniform wear pattern rather than an isolated impact. It is also necessary to verify the state of the wiper blades and arms, as the previous failure specifically noted poor clearing. Given the low mileage, check the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as under-used vehicles often suffer from oxidation on the braking surfaces.