2017 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · LD66 OMO

This Kia Sorento presents an exceptionally clean mechanical track record, having maintained a consistent state of roadworthiness without a single defect or advisory recorded across five consecutive inspections. The most recent pass on 14 January 2026 continues a stable trend of flawless test results dating back to early 2022, suggesting the vehicle has remained in a condition that comfortably exceeds the minimum legal safety requirements. With a recorded mileage of 47,633 miles over approximately nine years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 5,293 miles per annum. This low annual accumulation indicates the car has been used significantly less than the UK average for a family SUV. Mechanically, this suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain, engine internals, and major suspension components, though such low usage patterns often shift the primary wear concerns from mechanical friction to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age rather than distance. Given the absence of any recorded advisories regarding suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake system corrosion, a test drive should focus on confirming this structural integrity. Listen for any unusual knocks or clunks when traversing uneven surfaces, which would indicate premature wear of the suspension linkages that may not have been severe enough to trigger an MOT failure but could still be present. Ensure the steering is precise and centered, with no pull to either side, to verify the continued health of the wheel alignment and steering rack. Attention should be paid to the braking performance to ensure the calipers are not binding, which can occur in low-mileage vehicles where brakes are under-utilised. During the test drive, feel for any pedal judder or uneven deceleration that could suggest warped brake discs. A visual inspection of the underbody should be conducted to confirm the absence of surface corrosion on the subframe or brake pipes, ensuring the vehicle's physical condition matches the clean reporting of the DVSA records.