2019 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · RN19 MWW

The 2019 Kia Sportage tested in June 2026 demonstrates a clear deterioration in roadworthiness, indicating a trend of worsening maintenance that has not been stabilised since the initial 2026-06-08 session. This failure to meet the 41,804 mile limit in September 2023 suggests that the previous owner likely failed to perform regular upkeep, resulting in accelerated wear on critical components such as suspension bushes and brake discs. The 2026-06-08 test confirms that the rear registration plate deteriorated but remained readable, whereas the 2025-06-17 session revealed a significant issue with the rear registration plate itself, marking the first definitive evidence of a serious mechanical problem that has since worsened. The mileage pattern reveals a distinct gap between the vehicle's age and its current performance. The vehicle is approximately seven years old with 41,804 miles, which is low for its age, suggesting that the owner may have driven the car for extended periods or maintained it with less frequency than the 2026-06-08 test indicated. This lack of mileage accumulation over seven years, combined with the 2023-06-14 failure, implies that the owner has not been able to address the wear on the front brake disc or offside front tyre tread depth, allowing the wear to progress unchecked. The 2023-06-14 test failure specifically highlights a lack of attention to the front tyre tread depth, which fell below the 1.6mm requirement, a critical indicator of impending failure. In summary, the 2026-06-08 test marks the first clear indication of a serious mechanical risk, specifically the worn front brake disc and pitted brake disc in the 2023-06-14 session. Given the failure of the 2023-06-14 test, the vehicle is not roadworthy and requires immediate professional inspection. The buyer must visit the site immediately to assess the condition of the front brake discs, check the offside front tyre tread depth, and inspect the suspension for bushings and steering knuckles. A buyer must also verify the condition of the rear registration plate and offside rear nail, as these are critical components that could cause the vehicle to stall or fail again.