2016 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · NA66 AAE

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following its most recent MOT pass on August 20, 2025 at 76,980 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle has consistently secured passes after addressing initial test failures. While the record shows a pattern of immediate failure on the day of testing in the last two years, the subsequent passes indicate that the owner is proactive in rectifying defects rather than allowing them to become mechanical or structural issues. The mileage progression is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. Between the August 2023 test at 61,220 miles and the August 2024 test at 68,371 miles, the vehicle covered 7,151 miles. A further 8,609 miles were recorded in the following year leading to the 2025 test. This steady usage suggests regular driving cycles which is often preferable for rubber-based components and brake seals compared to vehicles that suffer from long periods of stationary neglect. Because the provided record does not list specific defect codes for the failures in 2024 and 2025, a physical inspection must focus on common Sorento wear points. A prospective buyer should specifically examine the front suspension bushes and control arms for signs of tearing, as these often fail on heavier SUVs of this age. One should also check for corrosion on the exhaust system and inspect the condition of the brake lines to ensure that the previous failures were not related to developing rust or binding calipers that could recur.