2013 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · LC13 RNA

The DVSA history for this 2013 Kia Sorento presents a reassuringly clean roadworthiness profile, with a current valid pass recorded on 3 June 2025 and no advisories or defects documented across any of the tests shown in the record, including the 2022, 2023, and 2024 examinations. The single failed test on 14 May 2025 is notable only for its lack of recorded defects, suggesting a retest was required for an administrative or item that was remedied before the subsequent pass just twenty days later. Across the full visible test history, there is no recurrence of brake, suspension, exhaust, corrosion, or lighting issues, which is a positive indicator for a thirteen year old SUV that has clearly been kept in good mechanical order from a roadworthiness perspective. With a recorded mileage of 113,341 miles over roughly thirteen years, the vehicle averages approximately 8,700 miles per year, a figure that sits comfortably within the expected usage band for a family SUV of this age. There are no significant gaps in the annual testing pattern that would suggest prolonged periods off the road, and the steady accumulation of mileage implies regular rather than sporadic use, which generally benefits mechanical components by keeping seals lubricated, preventing moisture buildup in drivetrain and brake systems, and avoiding the corrosion risks associated with long lay-ups. The mileage progression between tests is consistent with normal driving habits, so there is nothing in the recorded usage profile to raise concerns about clock irregularities or hidden high mileage wear. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there is no specific component history to target with inspection, so attention should shift to the items most likely to be approaching service intervals at this mileage on a Sorento of this generation. On the test drive, listen carefully for any clonks or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as the front lower control arm bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and front coil springs are common wear items on these vehicles at this age and mileage. Check for uneven tyre wear on the inside shoulders, which can point to worn suspension linkages or alignment issues, and feel for any vibration through the steering wheel at speed that might indicate balancing or front suspension concerns. Given the high mileage, the brake system warrants particular scrutiny even though no defects were recorded. With well over a hundred thousand miles covered, the front brake discs and pads are likely on at least their second or third set, so inspect the discs for a pronounced lip on the outer edge and feel for any judder through the brake pedal under firm application, which would suggest disc warp. The rear calipers and handbrake mechanism should be checked for binding or seized pistons, a known issue on Sorentos of this era. Finally, examine the underside of the vehicle for any oil misting from the engine or transmission, coolant leaks from the radiator and hoses, and signs of corrosion on the subframe and suspension mounting points, as these areas tend to deteriorate with age even when the MOT record remains unblemished.