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BG61 KVO

2011 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

146,545 mi
Last recorded146,545 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2011 Kia Sorento76,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 KVO
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 146,545 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Going to nearside front flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear floors (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 134,808 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 122,486 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 122,484 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 119,921 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 111,554 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 97,094 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 83,821 miles

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Pass 4 Oct 2016 70,261 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 61,111 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 45,874 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BG61 KVO is a 2011 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BG61 KVO, 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.

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What year was BG61 KVO registered?

BG61 KVO is a 2011 Kia Sorento, first registered on 7 November 2011.

Is BG61 KVO safe to buy?

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