2012 KIA SORENTO KX-2 CRDI 4X42.2L Diesel

The vehicle holds a clean current MOT certificate from 4 September 2025 at 177,791 miles, with no defects recorded. The same-day failure at 177,765 miles, just 26 miles earlier, also recorded no defects, which points to a minor administrative or rectification issue rather than a mechanical fault. Across five MOT entries, every single test has returned a clean sheet with no advisories. That makes the maintenance trend unequivocally stable, showing no recurring faults and no signs of mechanical decline. The mileage pattern reflects sustained heavy use. At roughly 12,699 miles per year for a 14-year-old vehicle, this Sorento has covered consistent annual distances, with about 12,210 miles between August 2023 and October 2024, and a further 8,628 miles between October 2024 and September 2025. That rate is above the UK average, meaning the suspension bushes, dampers, brakes, and four-wheel-drive drivetrain have endured prolonged load. The tiny 26-mile gap between the September 2025 failure and pass confirms the vehicle was not used between the two tests, typical of a same-day retest following a minor item like a registration plate or bulb issue. The absence of any recorded structural corrosion, suspension wear, or braking faults across all five tests is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage. That said, the MOT history only reflects what was present on test day. A buyer should arrange an independent inspection of the subframe, sills, and suspension mounting points, because corrosion can develop rapidly between annual tests and often escapes recording until it becomes structurally significant. The rear brake calipers and lower suspension bushes are known wear items on high-mileage Korean SUVs, and should be checked for binding or play regardless of the clean history. Tyres and brake discs should also be assessed for remaining thickness, especially given the annual mileage. The clean record across all diesel emissions tests indicates the engine, turbocharger, and exhaust after-treatment have been kept in sound working order. Consistent annual use, rather than long periods of standing, is favourable for the diesel particulate filter and turbo seals. On the evidence of the DVSA records alone, the maintenance history contains no warning flags, and the vehicle presents a low-risk mechanical profile for a buyer willing to carry out a thorough physical inspection of the running gear.