Mechanical Condition Report

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  • VIN: 5XYPGDA35GG073606
  • MAKE Kia
  • MODEL Sorento
  • YEAR 2016
  • MILES 129,084

Inspector

  • Laura M
  • 4,079 BlueStar Inspections

Inspection Photos

Industry Awards (19)

  • Highest Satisfaction: Popular Brand (Auto Pacific)
  • Best Mid-Size SUVs (Automotive Science Group)
  • Editors Choice Awards: SUVs and Crossovers (Car And Driver)
  • Best Bet: Midsize SUVs/Crossovers (Cars.com)
  • Best of the Year: Nominee (Cars.com)
  • Best Midsize SUVs (Cars.com)
  • Best Retained Value: Honorable Mention (Edmunds)
  • Top Recommended SUVs (Edmunds)
  • Performance and Design: Highest Ranked in Midsize SUV Segment (J.D. Power and Associates)
  • Initial Quality Study (IQS): Highest Ranked (J.D. Power and Associates)
  • SUV of the Year: Contender (Motor Trend)
  • International SUV of the Year (Road and Travel Magazine)
  • Total Quality Impact Winner: Brand Under 26k (Strategic Vision)
  • Total Quality Impact Winner: Mid-Size CUV Segment (Strategic Vision)
  • Customer Love Index Winner: Mid-Size CUV Segment (Strategic Vision)
  • Best Car to Buy - Nominee (The Car Connection)
  • Best SUVs for Families: Finalist (US News)
  • Best SUVs for the Money: Finalist (US News)
  • Best Vehicles By Class: Midsize SUVs (GreenerCars.org)

Inspection Checklist

  • Passed
  • See Details Detailed Explanation of Failing Observation
  • Read related BlueStar article

Powertrain

Ignition / Electrical

Body / Frame / Exterior / Interior

  • Dash / Displays / Entertainment / Navigation / Security & Info Systems
  • Intelligent / Smart Systems
  • Interior lighting / Courtesy Lights
  • Glove Box / Storage Compartment / Cup Holders
  • Interior / Power Accessories
  • Door(s) / Gate / Hood / Hatch / Handles & Latches
  • Hood / Gate / Hatch / Trunk / Deck Lid Support
  • Body / Body Component / Weatherstrip / Moldings
  • Trunk / Rear Compartment
  • Engine Compartment
  •   Frame / Undercarriage See Details
  • Environmental Damage

Fluid Leaks / Level / Condition

TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS

Fluids

Engine Oil

Full Dirty

Transmission Fluid

Not Inspected Not Inspected

Coolant

Full Clean

Brake Fluid

Acceptable Clean

Washer Fluid

Acceptable Acceptable

Transfer Case Fluid

Not Inspected Not Inspected

Rear Differential Fluid

Not Inspected Not Inspected

Filters

Engine Air Filter

Acceptable

Cabin Air Filter

Acceptable

Battery

Battery

Replace

Emissions

Monitor Status

Ready

Tires and Brakes

Driver Front

5/32 inch
Acceptable
10/32 inch
Acceptable

Driver Rear

5/32 inch
Acceptable
0 inch
Replace

Passenger Front

5/32 inch
Acceptable
10/32 inch
Acceptable

Passenger Rear

5/32 inch
Acceptable
1/32 inch
Replace

INSPECTOR COMMENTS AND PHOTOS

  • Passed
  • Safety
  • Emissions
  • Other
  • Additional Info

Safety / Vision

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

License plate light does not function properly.

(Right inoperative)

Fuel / Emissions / Exhaust

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Stored / history data trouble code(s) are present in vehicle ECM.

(Check engine light is not currently on, P2122)

HVAC / Cooling

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

HVAC system component is damaged / broken.

(Cabin filter access door is damaged and does not secure properly. )

Body / Frame / Exterior / Interior

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Splash shield is damaged.

(Under engine/transaxle, Also missing hardware. )

Other

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Positive vehicle performance characteristics
Inspector Comments

Heater and air conditioning performed well

Inspection Point
Result
 Frequently removed, lost or misplaced item present at the time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Owner's manual

Inspection Point
Result
 Positive test results at time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Brake fluid water content tests acceptable

Coolant temperature protection level tests acceptable

Inspection Point
Result
 Informational observations noted at time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Vehicle has surpassed manufacturer's recommended service life for spark plugs. Advise maintenance record check. There is no rough running condition present at time of inspection.

BlueStar inspector unable to inspect transmission fluid on this vehicle as a result of a sealed system with no dipstick but due to vehicle age and/or mileage advises accessing fluid to evaluate condition.

Inspection Point
Result
 Additional inspection photos
Inspector Comments

Undercarriage

Powertrain

Comments

Inspection Comments

All safety components of this vehicle were marked "acceptable" at the time of inspection.

At the time of inspection, all on-board diagnostic (OBD) readiness monitors were ready, the check engine light was operational with key on but not illuminated with engine running, and emissions components were marked "acceptable."

Seller Comments

This vehicle has new cabin and engine air filters. We also changed the oil.