2013 KIA Optima 1.7L Diesel · SC52 GAZ

This vehicle has maintained a consistent record of roadworthiness over eight recorded tests, though the most recent pass on 9 December 2025 indicates the first emergence of wear-related advisories in several years. Until this point, the history showed a stable trend of clean passes without defects, suggesting a period where no significant mechanical failures were recorded to meet minimum safety standards. An accumulation of 84,774 miles over thirteen years represents a typical usage pattern of approximately 6,500 miles per annum. This moderate level of use generally avoids the extreme wear associated with high-mileage motorway vehicles while also avoiding the stagnation risks often found in very low-mileage examples. The regularity of the testing intervals suggests the vehicle has remained in active use without significant periods of dormancy. The current advisories regarding the front brake discs and pads necessitate a physical inspection of the braking hardware. The mention of pitting and scoring on the discs suggests surface degradation that may require replacement rather than simple skimming. A visual check through the alloy wheels should be conducted to assess the depth of the scoring and the remaining thickness of the friction material on the pads. On the road, the vehicle's braking performance must be evaluated for consistency and smoothness. The buyer should listen for metallic scraping sounds and monitor for any steering wheel shimmy under moderate braking pressure, which often accompanies the disc wear noted in the DVSA record. Ensuring the pedal response is firm and free from excessive travel will confirm whether the current state of the brakes is nearing a failure point.