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Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A reliable? We analysed 147 real MOT tests across 143 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 147 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.6%
Typical Mileage
26,375mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A.

Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.2%
2023

Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1

Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 138 94.2% 20,322 26,080 33,448

How Long Does a Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A Last?

Based on 143 Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.1 years
Median
2.0 years

Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
26,375 mi
75th Percentile
34,284 mi
95th Percentile
49,403 mi
Max Recorded
102,984 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

94.2% MOT pass rate from 138 tests

The best year to buy a used Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.2% across 138 tests.

How Does the Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A THIS CAR 94.6% 147 26,375 mi — yrs
Kia Sportage 80.4% 2,634,551 53,679 mi 26 yrs
Kia Picanto 77.1% 2,626,043 39,084 mi 22 yrs
Kia Ceed 76.1% 1,665,385 60,630 mi 19 yrs
Vauxhall Zafira Breeze DTI 74.9% 187 142,945 mi — yrs

Compared to the Kia Sportage (80.4% pass rate) and the Kia Picanto (77.1% pass rate), the Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A?

The Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.6% across 147 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A reliable?
Based on 147 MOT tests, the Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A has a 94.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kia Sorento Edition HEV AWD A is 2023 with a 94.2% pass rate across 138 tests.