2004 KIA Sorento 2.5L Diesel · AJ54 XRY

The Kia Sorento presents as roadworthy following a clean pass on 17 December 2025 at 144,328 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recent record. The vehicle carries no recorded defects across its last three successful tests, indicating the current keeper addressed whatever caused the two earlier failures before re-presenting. Annual mileage sits at a typical level for a 2004 vehicle, with the record showing 139,562 miles in December 2023, 141,908 in December 2024, and 144,328 by December 2025. That equates to roughly 2,300 to 2,700 miles per year over the logged period, well below the 6,560 annual average for its age. The sparse history shows only five entries across two years, with no advisories logged on any pass, so the data gives limited insight into consumable wear or hidden corrosion. The December 2023 and December 2025 failures at 139,562 and 144,302 miles respectively list no defects, which points to administrative or presentation issues rather than mechanical faults. A buyer should still inspect structural integrity and chassis corrosion typical of a 22-year-old SUV, particularly around sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points. Check brake discs, calipers, and suspension bushes for age-related wear not captured by the bare MOT entries. Given the low yearly use and clean recent pass, the Sorento looks lightly exercised but mechanically uneventful on paper. A physical inspection beneath the body and a road test for drivetrain noise remain sensible before purchase.