I live in the mountains, and drive through mountain areas much steeper than many in Pittsburgh. I went down a 9% grade only my daily commute 1 mile 9% on my 4 mile commute to my last job. Currently with uber I'm normally overloaded (I'm 300lbs) and with 4 other 200lb guys I'm sitting at 1100 passenger weight, which is 200lbs over maximum capacity. It's safe to say I drive my mirage extremely hard. My brake light. Ever came on and it shouldn't come on, a brake light is there to indicate low fluid level or parking brake is set. It's safe to say mirage front pads should be good for 50k, I'd be very suspicious if anyone recommends replacing them before that.