2006 KIA Sedona 2.9L Diesel · FA06 VBY

The vehicle currently presents a worsening mechanical trend regarding its suspension and underbody-related components. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 132,324 miles, this followed a significant failure on the same day where the tester identified a critically insecure offside front Macpherson strut and play in the rear offside arm ball joint. The persistent presence of these issues across multiple tests indicates that the suspension assembly is reaching the end of its functional life and is subject to reactive rather than preventative maintenance. At 132,324 miles over approximately twenty years, the Sedona has averaged roughly 6,600 miles per year, which is consistent with low annual usage for an older MPV. The mileage data shows steady progression, with approximately 3,000 to 5,000 miles recorded between each annual test from 2022 to 2025. However, the relatively low annual mileage has not protected the vehicle from age-related degradation, as evidenced by the recurring corrosion on the rear coil springs and wear on rubber bushings that appear regardless of the distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry to ensure the bolts on the Macpherson strut have been properly torqued after the previous failure. The front oil leak has been a constant factor since at least 2024, and while described as not excessive, it suggests a weeping seal or gasket failure that will eventually require professional attention. Furthermore, the documented corrosion on both rear coil springs, which was noted in 2024 and persisted into 2025, should be checked for structural thinning or deep pitting, as these components pose a high risk of sudden failure if the rust is not advanced.