2009 KIA Sorento 2.5L Diesel · YN59 JNU

The vehicle currently stands in a 'warning' state with a history of two failed tests, indicating that maintenance trends are not stable but rather show signs of progressive deterioration. The most recent test on 2026-02-23 at 113,110 miles was passed, but the first failure on 2026-02-12 at 113,097 miles reveals that the vehicle has experienced a significant drop in roadworthiness since the initial inspection. This gap suggests that the owner has been neglecting routine checks, allowing minor issues like oil leaks and structural corrosion to accumulate without addressing them. The second failure on 2025-12-30 at 112,950 miles confirms that the vehicle is approaching the point where it would likely fail a MOT if not corrected, highlighting a clear downward trend in mechanical performance. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle is approximately 17 years old with 113,110 miles, which places it in the typical range for its age. However, the data reveals a distinct gap between the two most recent tests: the first failure occurred on 2026-02-12 at 113,097 miles, while the final test was on 2024-06-25 at 99,669 miles. This gap of 13,297 miles between the most recent and the last recorded test indicates that the vehicle has not been maintained for a full year since the initial inspection, leading to a lack of preventive care. The rapid mileage accumulation since the 2026-02-12 failure suggests that the owner may have been using the car for short periods or had a history of short trips, which is a common cause for such mileage gaps. In conclusion, the vehicle requires immediate attention due to the two failed tests and the lack of preventive maintenance since the 2026-02-12 event. Buyers should inspect the vehicle for corrosion on suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs, as well as for structural integrity issues in the chassis and seat belt anchorage areas. Given the history of failed tests and the lack of preventive care, the vehicle is in a state of warning, requiring a full diagnostic check to identify and resolve specific faults before it can be safely returned to the road.