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BP16 XAT

2016 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,163 mi
Last recorded73,163 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Sorento52,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP16 XAT
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 73,163 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 62,502 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2024 62,502 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 55,705 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 47,019 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Jul 2021 39,386 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 34,970 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 29,525 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 29,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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BP16 XAT is a 2016 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 52,701 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP16 XAT, 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 10 years old, this Kia Sorento is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BP16 XAT registered?

BP16 XAT is a 2016 Kia Sorento, first registered on 28 June 2016.

Is BP16 XAT safe to buy?

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