2015 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · RF15 EUU

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a consistent pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 105,140 miles passed with an advisory for a pitted offside rear brake disc. This follows a multi-year trend starting in 2024, where both rear discs were noted as scored and pads were found thin. While the vehicle continues to pass tests, the recurring flagging of brake components suggests the owners only address these issues when they approach a failure threshold. At 105,140 miles over eleven years, the Sorento averages approximately 9,500 miles per annum, aligning with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression shows steady use, with roughly 9,000 miles driven between the September 2024 and 2025 tests. There are no significant gaps in the record that would suggest the vehicle sat stationary for long periods, which reduces the likelihood of dry rot in rubber components or seizing of the brake calipers. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the history shows repeated issues for thin pads and worn discs across both axles. The tester flagged thin front pads in 2022 and 2023, while the rear system showed significant deterioration by 2024. Given the 2022 failure involving four tyres being worn to legal limits, the buyer should also check for uneven tyre wear which might indicate alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Examining the suspension geometry and coil springs is essential, as these are common points of failure on SUVs at this mileage bracket.