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FP18 XHK

2018 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,879 mi
Last recorded164,879 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Sorento42,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP18 XHK
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 164,879 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight wear ridge both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

rear seats (third row) not in use at time of test

Fail 17 Jun 2026 164,876 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative light illuminated (5.2.3 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight wear ridge both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

rear seats (third row) not in use at time of test

Pass 19 Jun 2025 141,440 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 111,493 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 83,479 miles

rear seats not in use at time of test

Fail 23 Jun 2023 82,854 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

rear seats not in use at time of test

Pass 20 Jun 2022 50,706 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight wear ridge both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

rear seats (third row) not in use at time of test

Fail 17 Jun 2022 50,701 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight wear ridge both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

rear seats (third row) not in use at time of test

Pass 17 Jun 2021 25,651 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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FP18 XHK is a 2018 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FP18 XHK, 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 FP18 XHK registered?

FP18 XHK is a 2018 Kia Sorento, first registered on 26 April 2018.

Is FP18 XHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP18 XHK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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