2010 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · J7 MBR

The 2010 Kia Sorento has demonstrated a consistent but concerning maintenance pattern over the past three MOT cycles, with the most recent test on 2025-12-18 passing without defects despite a prior failure just one day earlier at the same mileage. This abrupt retest suggests either a rushed or reactive approach to compliance, with no recorded issues in the 2023 or 2024 tests indicating a stable but potentially neglected state. The lack of advisories or defects across all five tests implies no major structural failures, but the repeated failures at identical mileages—38,566 and 38,838—raise questions about whether minor issues were overlooked or deliberately ignored until the last moment. The recorded mileage of 38,838 miles over 16 years equates to approximately 2,427 miles annually, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. This suggests prolonged periods of inactivity, which could accelerate degradation of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components due to lack of motion-induced lubrication. The consistent mileage between tests—no significant jumps or gaps—further implies the vehicle has not been driven regularly, a factor that may have contributed to issues like binding brakes or stiff suspension joints if they were not addressed promptly. The absence of mileage progression between 2023 and 2024 (just 681 miles over a year) is particularly notable and warrants scrutiny of fluid levels and component wear. Given the lack of defects in the MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which are prone to drying out when stationary for extended periods. The repeated failures at identical mileages hint at recurring minor faults, possibly in brake calipers or binding rear brakes, which could escalate if not addressed. Structural integrity should also be assessed, focusing on corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as rust can compromise load-bearing components without immediate MOT failings. Finally, the brake discs and pads, while not explicitly flagged, should be checked for uneven wear or glazing, as low mileage does not guarantee they have been serviced regularly.