2011 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · RF11 GAO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding wear components. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 141,682 miles passed, it followed a failure just two miles prior. This failure identified multiple issues including worn rear anti-roll bar ball joints, thin front brake pads, pitted discs, and insufficient parking brake efficiency. The pattern suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach the point of an MOT failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance. The recorded mileage of 141,682 miles over fifteen years represents an average usage of approximately 9,445 miles per year, which is consistent with typical family vehicle use-cases. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 5,700 miles covered between February 2025 and March 2026. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle is used regularly, which generally helps prevent the internal corrosion issues associated with long periods of standing. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the suspension system, as the anti-roll bar ball joints have been flagged for play in consecutive recent tests. The light misting on the nearside rear shock absorber noted in 2024 should be re-examined to ensure it has not progressed into an active leak. Given the history of binding rear service brakes and poor parking brake efficiency, a thorough test drive is necessary to confirm the braking system is now fully operational and that the handbrake holds firmly without excessive pull.