2017 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · EX67 HVR

A recurring pattern of tyre wear and rear brake pad depletion defines the MOT history of this 2017 Kia Sportage, with the rear axle consistently flagged across multiple tests. The most recent assessment on 2025-12-08 was a clean pass with no advisories, which breaks the recent trend of tyre-related issues that appeared at the prior test. At the 2024 inspection, both rear tyres were worn close to the legal limit on the inner or outer edges, the rear brake pads were noted as wearing thin, and the same visit produced a Dangerous failure for an offside front tyre with tread depth below 1.6mm. Earlier records reinforce this pattern, with cracking noted on both rear tyres in both 2020 and 2023, suggesting the rear axle has been a persistent source of attention. The brake wear advisory from 2024 had not reappeared by the 2025 test, but the historical data points to a vehicle that has used its tyres and rear braking components at a notable rate. Against an age of roughly nine years, the recorded mileage of 95,148 equates to approximately 10,572 miles per year, which sits close to the average usage profile for a vehicle of this vintage. The mileage progression is broadly linear across the MOT record, with no unusual jumps or extended gaps that would suggest prolonged periods off the road or odometer irregularities. This steady accumulation means wear should be distributed evenly across mechanical components rather than concentrated by sporadic heavy use. The annual mileage is sufficient to keep consumables cycling but not so high as to flag the vehicle as excessively worked, putting it in a fairly typical mechanical position for its age bracket. For a prospective buyer, the most relevant components to scrutinise are the rear tyres and rear brake system, given their repeated appearance in the advisory record. On inspection, check the tread depth across the full width of all four tyres, paying particular attention to the inner and outer edges of the rear pair, as edge wear was specifically noted in 2024 and could recur if wheel alignment is drifting. Visually examine the sidewalls for perishing or cracking, since both rear tyres were flagged for this in two separate years. With the brake pad advisory, the calipers, sliders, and disc condition should be examined, and on a test drive listen for any scraping, binding, or uneven retardation that might indicate sticking rear calipers now that the pads have worn further. A firm brake pedal with even pull to either side and no judder under heavy braking would be reassuring. The suspension and steering should also be exercised over varied road surfaces, as a vehicle covering this mileage on typical UK roads will have loaded the front components considerably. Listen for knocking or clonking over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which can point to worn anti-roll bar links, control arm bushes, or drop link wear common to this generation of Sportage. Check for any pulling to one side under braking or steady acceleration, and feel for vibration through the steering wheel that could indicate worn front brake discs, wheel imbalance, or suspension compliance issues. Finally, inspect the underside for any corrosion around the rear subframe, brake pipes, and suspension mounting points, as corrosion-related advisories tend to escalate once they appear on a vehicle approaching a decade of service.