2014 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · HX64 TYU

Most recent MOT (18 Oct 2025) was a pass, but the tester flagged the hand‑brake as needing adjustment and noted that a child seat prevented a full check of the adult seat‑belt fittings. The same MOT also recorded a failure the day before for exhaust emissions, front brake pads under 1.5 mm, and the same hand‑brake issue. The recurring pattern over the last three years is progressive wear on the front braking system (pads repeatedly thin, discs worn) and a persistent hand‑brake adjustment need. In 2024 a tyre with exposed ply and a near‑limit front tyre were also recorded, and the nearside rear anti‑roll bar ball‑joint showed slight play. These items have not been resolved, indicating a stable but unresolved wear problem rather than a sudden deterioration. Mileage of 114,945 mi for a 12‑year‑old 2014 Kia Sorento works out to about 9,600 mi per year – essentially average for its age. It does not point to unusually heavy use, but it does mean the vehicle has accumulated normal wear on consumables such as brakes, tyres and suspension components. For a buyer the priority checks are: - Inspect the front brake pads and discs for remaining thickness; confirm they are above the minimum safe limits. - Verify the hand‑brake engages firmly and can be adjusted if needed. - Examine all four tyres for tread depth, sidewall condition and any exposed cords.