2016 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · JJ02 AJJ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening trajectory regarding suspension and braking components. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 100,479 miles passed, it introduced new advisories that were absent in previous years. The appearance of a corroded offside front coil spring alongside a deteriorated C.V. boot indicates that the undercarriage rubber and metal components are beginning to fail as the vehicle reaches higher mileage thresholds. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Between September 2022 at 72,401 miles and September 2024 at 92,074 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 20,000 miles, followed by an additional 8,405 miles between the September 2024 test and the October 2025 test. This steady usage suggests regular road miles, which explains the progressive wear on consumable items and suspension bushings noted throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear braking system, as corrosion on the nearside and offside rear brake pipes has been a recurring issue since 2024. The presence of grease or material covering these pipes suggests previous attempts to mask rust rather than replace the lines, which could lead to sudden fluid pressure loss. Furthermore, the trailing arm bushes, flagged as worn in 2022 and 2023, should be checked for further tearing or degradation that could affect steering precision and stability. The front suspension also requires attention due to the recent advisory on the offside coil spring and the previous failure of the nearside track rod end in 2024. These findings indicate that the suspension geometry is nearing its service limit. The windscreen has remained a persistent issue for three years, and the buyer should ensure the depth of the crack has not progressed to a point that compromises the structural integrity of the glass or the driver's line of sight.