2015 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · FV64 YGA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding the braking system. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 87,830 miles passed, it followed a failure just two miles prior due to critical defects. The tester flagged front brake pads below the 1.5mm safety threshold, thin rear pads, and a parking brake that failed the efficiency test. This indicates that the previous owner only addressed components once they reached the point of legal failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 12,498 miles between the July 2024 and July 2025 tests. While the May 2022 test at 59,237 miles was clean with no recorded defects, the subsequent years show a steady decline in attention to consumable items. The accumulation of mileage suggests the car is used regularly, but the long intervals between inspections in later years may have led to accelerated wear on rubber-related components and braking hardware. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking assembly to ensure the July 2025 repairs were executed correctly. The record notes pitted and scored rear discs alongside thin pads, which should should be checked for uneven wear or caliper heat that could indicate sticking pistons. Additionally, the history of perishing and cracking tyres in 2023 and edge wear in 2025 necessitates a close look at the sidewalls for dry rot or alignment issues. The parking brake mechanism should be tested for hold, as it has a documented history of requiring adjustment or failing efficiency standards repeatedly.