2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · RX66 VGK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recurring pattern of reactive repairs regarding consumable components. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 54,046 miles passed, the tester flagged both thin rear brake pads and a perishing offside rear tyre. This follows a trend seen in the 2023 test at 42,222 miles where front brake pads and discs were noted for wear, suggesting the owner addresses braking components only when they approach failure limits rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a decade-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage over the years, with roughly 6,000 miles recorded between the August 2024 and 2025 tests. This low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine but can lead to the accelerated degradation of rubber-based components, evidenced by the cracking and perishing of the tyre noted in the 2025 inspection. A buyer should specifically inspect the suspension geometry, given the failure in August 2022 for an excessively worn offside rear shock absorber bush. Although that fault was rectified, the recurring issues with brake wear across multiple years indicate the braking system should be checked for uneven wear or sticking calipers. A physical inspection of all tyres is also necessary to ensure that age-related dry rot has not compromised the structural integrity of the rubber despite the low tread depth.