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AK61 JYA

2011 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

93,179 mi
Last recorded93,179 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Sorento76,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 JYA
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 93,179 miles

Rear Subframe/suspension components corroded not considered excessive

Pass 21 Oct 2024 87,398 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 83,827 miles

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (dash cam) (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (bush separating away from arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (bush separating away from arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 80,264 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 75,457 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Result was 27% May need adjustment in near future due to travel of parking brake pedal (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 68,561 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 66,693 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 62,076 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 57,992 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 44,452 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade split

Offside Front wiper blade split

Fail 21 Oct 2016 44,451 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front wiper blade split

Offside Front wiper blade split

Pass 26 Oct 2015 34,808 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 19,460 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sorento?

Based on 738,544 MOT tests across 54,549 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
54,549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,793
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,141
position lamp(s) not working 9,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,638
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,977
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AK61 JYA is a 2011 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 76,220 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sorento fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 12,793 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK61 JYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sorento typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 15 years old, this Kia Sorento is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK61 JYA registered?

AK61 JYA is a 2011 Kia Sorento, first registered on 16 November 2011.

Is AK61 JYA safe to buy?

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