2018 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · SL18 OVR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test on June 10, 2026, at 93,055 miles passed, it introduced new advisories regarding offside rear suspension arm bush wear and tyre degradation. This follows a failure in June 2025 where critical braking components were flagged, indicating that repairs are only addressed once they reach a point of legal failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent, averaging approximately 11,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for an eight-year-old SUV. The vehicle covered 14,004 miles between the June 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 17,730 miles between June 2025 and June 2026. This slight increase in annual mileage over the last year explains the accelerated wear on consumables such as tyres and suspension components, as the vehicle is being used more heavily than in previous intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear suspension, as the latest record notes a worn offside rear suspension arm pin and trailing arm bushes starting to separate. The history also reveals a pattern of neglected braking, with the 2025 failure highlighting thin nearside rear brake pads and a damaged ABS component. The buyer should verify that the ABS sensor was properly replaced and check the parking brake mechanism, as 2023 records showed travel was nearing its maximum. Tyres also require immediate attention. The June 2026 test notes cracking and cupping on the inner bands of both rear tyres, which often suggests incorrect alignment settings or worn steering geometry. Given the recurring issues with front tyres being close to the legal limit in 2025, a full depth check across all wheels is necessary to ensure no further expenditure is required immediately after purchase.