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FT16 FHC

2016 Kia Sorento

White Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,230 mi
Last recorded26,230 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Sorento52,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT16 FHC
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 26,230 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2025 25,250 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2025 25,225 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 24,086 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 22 Jul 2024 24,086 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working both fog lamps not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Jul 2023 22,599 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 22,596 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/60/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 20,985 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 18,571 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 16,977 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 13,950 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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FT16 FHC is a 2016 Kia Sorento in White with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FT16 FHC, 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 FT16 FHC registered?

FT16 FHC is a 2016 Kia Sorento, first registered on 25 July 2016.

Is FT16 FHC safe to buy?

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