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DS18 HMF

2018 Kia Sorento

White Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,468 mi
Last recorded92,468 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Sorento42,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS18 HMF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 92,468 miles

Coolant low

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2025 85,418 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Front and rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Service brake binding but not excessively Rear service brake (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 82,300 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 66,379 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2024 66,360 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed on inner tread and starting to step on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 49,629 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2023 49,629 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2022 27,972 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 15,061 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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DS18 HMF is a 2018 Kia Sorento in White with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2018 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 42,053 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 DS18 HMF, 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 8 years old, this Kia Sorento is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS18 HMF registered?

DS18 HMF is a 2018 Kia Sorento, first registered on 10 May 2018.

Is DS18 HMF safe to buy?

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