2017 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · FJ17 YLE

The vehicle presents a history of reactive maintenance, where faults are only addressed after an MOT failure occurs. The most recent test in March 2026 at 73,255 miles resulted in a failure due to an excessive oil leak from the engine. While the vehicle passed shortly after, the tester flagged that both front tyres were worn to the legal limit and showed uneven edge wear. This indicates a pattern where the owner neglects basic consumables until they reach a critical state, rather than performing preventative replacements. At approximately nine years old with 73,255 miles, the Sportage follows a typical usage profile of roughly 8,100 miles per year. However, the record reveals a persistent struggle with the braking system and tyres. Between 2021 and 2026, the vehicle consistently showed issues with thin pads, pitted discs, and perishing rubber. In March 2025 at 65,156 miles, the tester noted a binding offside caliper and a parking brake that barely met efficiency standards. The recurring edge wear on the front tyres across multiple years suggests potential issues with wheel misalignment or neglected suspension geometry. The braking system requires close attention. The transition from the 2022 failure for thin pads and scored discs to the 2025 advisory for binding calipers suggests the hydraulic components are reaching the end of their service life. The engine oil leak recorded in March 2026 is a significant mechanical concern that must be verified to ensure it is a simple gasket leak or a more costly seal failure. A buyer should confirm the oil leak was professionally rectified and inspect the front suspension for signs of excessive causing the uneven tyre wear, which would explain the repeated tyre failures.