2014 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · YY14 TZT
2014 KIA Sorento (2.2L, diesel). First registered 04 Jun 2014. Recorded mileage 93,090 miles. MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- KIA SORENTO
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,090 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YY14 TZT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2026
- 93,090 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
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YY14 TZT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Kia Sorento (YY14 TZT) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
YY14 TZT Mileage History
- 18/07/202260,506 mi
- 20/07/202368,710 mi+8,204 mi
- 08/07/202477,631 mi+8,921 mi
- 07/07/202584,214 mi+6,583 mi
- 22/07/202693,090 mi+8,876 mi
Average of roughly 8,124 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Sorento (XM)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Our Verdict
A low-mileage example of the 2.2L diesel
Focus your attention on the underside of the vehicle. The July 2026 MOT explicitly mentions corrosion on the rear sub-frame and lower suspension arms; a professional inspection is recommended to determine if preventative treatment or replacement parts are required.
Check the service history for evidence of wheel alignment work. The offside front tyre has been flagged for wear close to the legal limit on the inner edge in 2022, 2025, and 2026, which may indicate a persistent suspension or alignment issue that needs addressing.
The 2.2L diesel engine is designed for efficiency, though tax will be based on 2014 emissions standards for a vehicle of this size. Insurance for a large SUV of this age typically falls into a mid-range group, but costs will vary by driver profile.
Maintenance costs for a vehicle of this age and mileage are likely to increase. Budget for upcoming suspension work and tyre replacements, as well as potential chassis treatment to manage the corrosion noted in the MOT history.
Prioritise the rear chassis and suspension components. The MOT history shows a progression from 'surface rust' in 2025 to 'corroded but not seriously weakened' in 2026 for the rear sub-frame and lower suspension arms. This area should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected.
Inspect the offside front tyre for uneven wear and check the offside front lower suspension ball joint, which was noted as having 'slight play' in July 2026. Additionally, verify if the rear brake discs, which were described as pitted or scored in 2022, have been replaced.
This silver 2014 Kia Sorento has covered 93,090 miles and passed its last five MOT tests. While the record is clean of failures, the most recent inspection in July 2026 highlights corrosion on the rear sub-frame and suspension arms. The vehicle has also shown a pattern of premature tyre wear on the offside front across multiple years.
No aggregate reliability data is available for this specific model to establish a general failure pattern.
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- ABS Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) Short Circuit Fire RiskSerious
A major safety issue affecting 2011 to 2014 Sorento XM models involves the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) within the anti-lock braking system. Moisture or brake fluid can penetrate the internal electrical circuitry of the module over time, causing an electrical short circuit. This failure can result in unexpected electrical fires within the engine compartment, which can occur even when the vehicle is parked and the ignition is turned off. Kia issued safety recalls in the UK to inspect the HECU and install a revised multi-fuse assembly to prevent overcurrent events.
- Rear Subframe and Trailing Arm Crossmember CorrosionSerious
The rear suspension of the Sorento XM utilizes a multi-link arrangement mounted to a pressed steel subframe crossmember. Due to road salt accumulation, gravel blast, and trapped water in the hollow structural cavities, the rear subframe and the attachment areas for the upper and lower trailing arms suffer severe rust perforation. In advanced cases, the steel weakens and cracks around the suspension arm pivots, causing rear-axle misalignment, dangerous handling instability, and immediate MOT test failure. Kia dealers initiated service campaigns to inspect and wax-treat rear subframes, but neglected vehicles frequently require full subframe replacement.
- AWD Transfer Case Spline Stripping and Driveline ShudderSerious
On second-generation all-wheel-drive Sorento XM models (particularly the 2.2 CRDi automatic), the splined coupling between the transmission differential and the power transfer unit (PTU / transfer case) suffers from fretting corrosion and spline stripping. Uneven tyre wear between the front and rear axles causes the electronic AWD system to detect false wheel slip, continuously loading the coupling splines. Once the metal teeth strip, the rear axle loses drive, resulting in violent shudder at motorway speeds, clunking during low-speed turns, and total loss of AWD traction.
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