2018 KIA Niro 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · SY18 YFX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding the braking system. While it passed the most recent test in July 2025 at 62,963 miles, the tester identified both front brake discs as badly pitted and both rear discs as badly corroded. This represents a progression from the 2024 test where only the rear discs were noted for pitting, indicating that surface oxidation is not being addressed between annual service intervals. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,870 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with roughly 10,000 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and approximately 4,600 miles between 2024 and 2025. This regularity suggests the car has not been subject to long periods of inactivity, which often contributes to the rapid corrosion seen on the brake components despite the relatively low total mileage for the age group. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and associated suspension components. The recurring reports of rear service brakes binding in 2023 and 2024 suggest a persistent issue with caliper sliders or piston pins that has accelerated the uneven wear on the discs. Given the pitting and corrosion recorded in the 2025 test, the brake discs likely require immediate replacement to ensure consistent stopping performance. You should also check the sidewalls of the tyres for damage, as the 2022 failure for a deep sidewall cut indicates a history of physical impact or poor maintenance.