2013 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · LC13 RMX

The 2013 Kia Sorrento presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean MOT pass on 10 June 2025 at 80,763 miles with zero defects recorded. That clean sheet is the most recent entry, dated just over twelve months ago, meaning the current certificate remains valid until 9 June 2026. The record shows no recurring structural, braking, or emissions failures in the most recent three consecutive annual tests, which indicates the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical order during the current keeper's ownership. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 6,200 miles per year, which is typical for a thirteen-year-old large SUV. The annual test intervals show consistent use without prolonged standing periods. Between the June 2022 pass at 54,990 miles and the June 2024 pass at 69,223 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 14,200 miles in two years, then added a further 11,500 miles by June 2025. This steady pattern suggests regular road use rather than short-trip neglect, which is generally favourable for diesel engine and DPF health on a vehicle of this type. The only notable blemish in the record occurred on 15 June 2023, when the vehicle failed at 61,901 miles on three separate items. The tester flagged a cut in the offside rear tyre deep enough to expose ply or cords, excessive inner edge wear on the same tyre, and a worn nearside track rod end ball joint with excessive play. All three defects were rectified before the retest passed on the same day. The track rod end replacement suggests the front end has had attention, but a prospective buyer should still inspect the remaining suspension bushes, tie rod ends, and steering rack boots for uneven wear given the vehicle's age and mileage. A hands-on inspection should focus on the condition of all four tyres, paying particular attention to inner edge wear patterns that could indicate tracking or alignment drift since the 2023 repair. The rear brake discs and pads deserve close scrutiny given the typical wear profile on a heavy SUV covering this mileage. Underneath, check the subframe, sills, and around the rear suspension mounting points for corrosion, as the Sorrento's steel structure can be vulnerable in these areas beyond ten years. The exhaust system, particularly the DPF and associated sensors, should be verified for fault codes given the mileage profile. Overall, the MOT record is reassuring, but a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician remains advisable before committing.