2016 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · MY13 SSJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive servicing of consumables. The most recent test on April 29, 2026, at 119,558 miles flagged both front and rear brake pads as wearing thin. This follows a clean record from May 2025, indicating that while the vehicle was maintained for a period, the braking components have now reached their service limit and require immediate attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per annum. The data shows a significant interval of 14,547 miles covered between March 2024 and May 2025, followed by a further 14,620 miles between May 2025 and April 2026. This steady accumulation suggests regular long-distance driving, which explains the accelerated wear on the braking system and tyres but implies the engine has not suffered from issues with long periods of stagnation. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the history notes worn front brake discs in March 2024 and thin pads across all axles in 2026. The tester should check for lip formation or thinning on the discs which may now require replacement alongside the pads. The failure in March 2024 due to an offside front tyre below limits highlights a need to check the remaining tyres for uneven wear or alignment issues. Given the high mileage, a close examination of the suspension bushes and coil springs is also essential, as these are common points of failure on the Sportage at this age.