2019 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · J100 AAC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning pattern of neglected tyre upkeep. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 37,641 miles flagged uneven wear on both the nearside and offside rear tyres, the car still passed the inspection. This follows a similar advisory from the February 2024 test where all four tyres were noted as being near the limit, suggesting a persistent failure to address alignment or replacement requirements across multiple intervals. The mileage profile is notably low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,377 miles per year. The data shows consistent, light usage, with a 6,163-mile gap between 2024 and 2025, and another 6,275 miles between 2025 and 2026. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it can lead to the degradation of rubber components and brake systems if the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension geometry and alignment to explain the recurring inner-edge wear observed on the tyres. The February 2022 test also highlighted binding rear brakes and pitted discs at 16,332 miles. Although these specific issues were not flagged in later tests, the buyer should verify that the rear calipers are not seized again and that the discs are free from excessive corrosion due to the low-mileage usage. Checking for cracks in the suspension bushes is also advisable given the age of the vehicle despite the low odometer reading.