2021 KIA Sorento 4 Phev AWD Auto 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · DF21 KGU

The vehicle presents a clean roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT test conducted on 26 June 2025. At 69,514 miles, the car passed with no recorded defects or advisories, indicating a stable maintenance trend at the time of the last inspection. The absence of flagged faults suggests that the previous owner maintained the essential safety and emissions components to a standard meeting DVSA requirements. The recorded mileage of 69,514 miles over five years represents an average of approximately 13,900 miles per annum. This exceeds the typical national average for a passenger vehicle, suggesting consistent, likely motorway use, which often results in more even wear distribution across mechanical components. While the 2025 test shows no immediate mechanical failure, the high mileage places greater demand on the hybrid drivetrain and heavy-duty suspension compared to lower-mileage examples. A physical inspection should focus on the components most susceptible to high-mileage wear. A prospective buyer must examine the suspension assembly, specifically the coil springs and wish arm bushes, for signs of premature fatigue or tearing. Given the mileage, the brake system warrants a thorough check for seized caliper pistons or thin discs, as the MOT does not always detect minor binding until it becomes a failure point. Additionally, checking the underbody for surface corrosion is necessary to ensure the structural integrity of the chassis has not been compromised by exposure to road elements.