2011 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · LS11 EWY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding suspension-related wear. While it passed the most recent January 2026 test at 167,616 miles, the tester identified new advisories for binding nearside rear brakes and corroded rear coil springs. These issues follow a long-term pattern of bushing degradation that has appeared consistently across several years, indicating that the rear suspension assembly is reaching the end of its functional life and requires proactive mechanical attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum. There is a significant gap of 28,000 miles between the July 2022 test and the November 2023 test, followed by a more regular interval of roughly 15,000 miles in the following year and another 15,000 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. This steady high-mileage usage explains the accelerated wear on rubber components and consumables noted throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the entire suspension system, as the trailing arm bushes and lower arm bushes have been flagged as worn or perished since 2022. The 2023 failure specifically highlighted a track rod end with excessive play and a perished CV joint gaiter, suggesting that the steering and drivetrain components require frequent replacement. Additionally, the corrosion on the rear coil springs noted in the 2026 test should be monitored for structural integrity, and the previous oil leaks from the engine and transmission noted in 2022 require verification to ensure they have not escalated into significant faults.