2015 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · YA15 GGE

The most recent MOT from June 2025 shows multiple concerning defects despite passing. The front windscreen has damage, the offside front tyre is near legal limit, and critical suspension components show play including the anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and front suspension arm ball joints. A clear deterioration pattern emerges over the past three years. The 2021 MOT showed rear tyre wear, then 2023 introduced windscreen damage and rear trailing arm bush issues, followed by the extensive front-end problems in 2025. The condition trend is definitely worsening. What started as minor tyre wear has progressed to significant front suspension wear requiring immediate attention. The repeated ball joint play defects indicate ongoing suspension degradation. At 117,466 miles over 11 years, the vehicle averages roughly 10,679 miles annually, which is typical for its age. However, the suspension wear suggests periods of harder use or potential standing periods affecting component condition. The mileage appears consistent with normal usage patterns, though some components show accelerated wear that doesn't align with the moderate annual mileage figures.