2016 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · RE65 VES

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent inspection without defects. The test in February 2026 at 89,279 miles resulted in no recorded failures, indicating that the mechanical and safety components currently meet minimum standards. This follows a minor failure in February 2025 due to headlamp alignment issues, which were clearly rectified immediately prior to the subsequent clean pass. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical low-use family vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per annum. Between January 2023 and February 2024, the car covered 7,300 miles, followed by a higher accumulation of 20,405 miles between February 2024 and February 2026. This regularity suggests consistent use rather than long periods of stagnation, which is generally beneficial for the preservation of rubber seals, bushings, and braking components in a vehicle of this age. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and steering geometry. The January 2023 test at 61,574 miles flagged both front tyres as being worn on the edge, often indicating an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. While more recent tests have not flagged these areas, the previous history makes a check of the control arms and shock absorbers necessary to ensure they are not developing further play. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, a thorough examination of the chassis for structural corrosion is also advisable, although the MOT record does not indicate any structural integrity concerns to date.