2016 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · PB59 PBB

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent maintenance trend despite its high mileage. The most recent test on 21 November 2025 at 155,603 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following an initial failure on the same day that also listed no defects. This suggests an administrative error or a minor issue that was rectified immediately, as the vehicle ultimately met all legal standards during the final inspection. Since December 2022, the car has maintained a clean record without any recurring advisory notices. The mileage pattern indicates high-intensity usage, averaging approximately 15,500 miles per year over its ten-year life. Between December 2022 and December 2024, the vehicle covered 26,358 miles, while the interval between November 2023 and November 2025 saw an additional 26,879 miles. This consistent high-mile accumulation suggests regular motorway use, which is often less taxing on drivetrain and suspension components than short-city trips. The lack of long gaps between MOT tests indicates the previous owners kept the vehicle on a strict annual testing schedule. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components most susceptible to high-mileage wear. At 155,000 miles, the suspension arm bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be checked for signs of perished rubber or leakage. The braking system requires a close look for binding calipers or thin discs, as the high mileage puts significant stress on consumables. While the MOT history shows no structural corrosion, a manual inspection of the exhaust and underbody is necessary to ensure that road salt has not compromised compromised the chassis integrity over the vehicle's decade of service.