2008 KIA Sedona 2.9L Diesel · LD58 DDY

The most recent MOT on 2 November 2021 at 90,218 miles passed with no defects, confirming that the vehicle is presently roadworthy; the trend since the 2016 failures has been stable, with the 2017 and 2021 tests recording no faults. At 18 years of age, the 90,218 mileage translates to roughly 5,000 miles per year, a low usage rate that suggests the car has spent considerable time idle; the interval between the November 2016 failures and the December 2017 test, and the nearly five‑year gap to the 2021 test, indicate periods of minimal activity rather than rapid mileage accumulation. Recurring issues such as excessive play in the near‑side front suspension arm ball joint, rear brake pipe corrosion, split front wishbone bushes, and worn brake pads appear repeatedly across the 2013‑2016 records, signalling persistent suspension and braking wear that should be examined for current condition. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension arm and ball joints for movement, check the rear brake pipes for corrosion or leaks, verify tyre tread depth and wear patterns, assess brake pad thickness and disc condition, look for structural rust on the chassis or exhaust, and confirm the steering rack is free of seepage, with particular focus on the bushes and brake lines given the historical advisories.