2018 KIA Stonic 1.0L Petrol · SL18 OVD

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline in braking system oversight. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 68,078 miles, the tester flagged an extensive list of advisories involving all four brake discs and pads. The recurring presence of pitting, scoring, and thin pads, combined with binding calipers across the entire system, indicates a pattern of neglecting routine brake component replacement over the last two years. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical use for a vehicle this age, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. The vehicle progressed from 25,883 miles in August 2022 to 42,525 miles by August 2023, and then to 68,078 miles by August 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly rather than sitting idle, yet the transition from a clean record in 2022 to multiple mechanical advisories suggests that the increased mileage has led to the wear and tear seen in the later tests. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking assembly before purchase. The history shows fluctuating discs in 2024 and binding brakes in 2025, which suggests that the caliper pistons may be seizing or the slide pins are corroded. You should check for uneven pad wear and ensure the rotors have not thinned beyond their minimum specification. Additionally, the 2023 advisory regarding edge wear on the front tyres indicates a potential past alignment issue or worn suspension bushes, which should be verified to prevent premature tyre degradation.