2012 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · LC12 NGG

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards suspension wear and rubber component degradation. The most recent test in June 2026 at 138,164 miles passed but revealed several new advisories regarding the front suspension geometry. Specifically, the tester identified worn suspension arm bushes and a deteriorated nearside anti-roll bar linkage, alongside a severely damaged offside front inner CV boot. These issues suggest that while the car is currently legal, the suspension is entering a phase requiring significant component replacement. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. The record shows a relatively clean history between 2015 and 2019, where no defects were recorded. However, there is a period of accelerated wear following the 100,000-mile mark. Between May 2024 at 122,494 miles and July 2025 at 131,439 miles, the vehicle suffered a failure due to a fractured offside front coil spring and significant windscreen damage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and undercarriage. The recurring reports of corroded rear coil springs in 2025 and the subsequent fracture of a front spring indicate a vulnerability to salt-related stress corrosion in the suspension assembly. The oil leak from the sump gasket noted in the 2026 test should be monitored to ensure it does not escalate into a more significant failure. Additionally, the history of inner-edge tyre wear suggests potential alignment issues or worn ball joints and bushings that should be verified to prevent premature tyre replacement.