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FG11 GKV

2011 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

119,632 mi
Last recorded119,632 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Sorento76,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG11 GKV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 119,632 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2026 119,631 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2025 114,355 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 102,886 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 97,171 miles

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 89,207 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 79,409 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 71,477 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 65,058 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 49,517 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2017 36,018 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 May 2016 29,007 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 26,455 miles

rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 22 May 2014 23,987 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

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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FG11 GKV is a 2011 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FG11 GKV, 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 FG11 GKV registered?

FG11 GKV is a 2011 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 June 2011.

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