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FX16 DCZ

2016 Kia Sorento

White Diesel 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,864 mi
Last recorded150,864 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Sorento52,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX16 DCZ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2026 150,864 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 124,491 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 106,048 miles

Front both tyres worn heavily on edges

Pass 7 Mar 2023 102,047 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 97,393 miles

Front both tyres have slight tread damaged

Pass 21 Apr 2021 92,728 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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FX16 DCZ is a 2016 Kia Sorento in White with a 1,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FX16 DCZ, 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 FX16 DCZ registered?

FX16 DCZ is a 2016 Kia Sorento, first registered on 3 May 2016.

Is FX16 DCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX16 DCZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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