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FX16 DLU

2016 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

116,696 mi
Last recorded116,696 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Sorento52,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX16 DLU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 116,696 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 116,685 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2025 105,618 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 105,615 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 93,792 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 83,007 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 74,726 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 5 Sep 2022 74,726 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2021 60,779 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 47,920 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 37,823 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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 DLU is a 2016 Kia Sorento in Black 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 FX16 DLU, 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 DLU registered?

FX16 DLU is a 2016 Kia Sorento, first registered on 11 August 2016.

Is FX16 DLU safe to buy?

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