2015 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · LM65 KXD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of deferred repairs regarding suspension components. While it passed its most recent test in May 2026 at 57,962 miles, this followed a failure just five days prior at 57,819 miles for excessively worn rear suspension arm bushes and bald tyres. The immediate rectification of these issues after the failure suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten an MOT pass, rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 57,962 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,269 miles per year. This low usage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to high-frequency motorway miles. The gap between the May 2025 and May 2026 tests shows an accumulation of 7,697 miles, which is a slight increase over the historical low-use average. However, low mileage on a vehicle of this age can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age rather than mechanical friction. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension to ensure the new arm bushes replaced in May 2026 were fitted correctly and are not prematurely failing. The previous failure for reduced shock absorber damping in 2024 indicates that the suspension system is reaching the end of its service life. Additionally, the rear brake discs were noted as worn in the May 2026 test; while not excessively thin, they should be monitored for thickness, as they will likely require replacement shortly alongside the pads to ensure consistent braking performance.