2016 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · RX66 VGT

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The latest test in July 2025 at 124,913 miles flagged multiple critical advisories across all four tyres, including edge wear and age-related cracking. This follows a pattern seen in June 2024 regarding perished rear tyres, indicating that the previous owner was delaying essential consumable replacements until they approached legal failure limits. The Sportage has covered 124,913 miles over ten years, averaging approximately 12,500 miles per annum. This sits slightly above the national average for a passenger vehicle, suggesting consistent long-distance use. A significant spike in mileage occurred between July 2022 and July 2023, where the vehicle clocked over 21,000 miles in a single year, doubling the annual average of the previous period. This high-intensity usage puts considerable strain on the drivetrain and suspension components, which are now showing signs of accelerated wear. A buyer must scrutinise the braking system and suspension assembly. The 2023 record at 102,051 miles identified thin rear pads and pitted, scored discs on both axles, which often indicates long intervals between services or seized calipers. Given the high mileage and the uneven tyre wear noted in 2025, a physical inspection should check for alignment issues and worn shock absorber bushes. You should also verify the integrity of the underbody and rubber bushings, as high-mileage usage frequently leads to the degradation of these structural components.