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GJ11 VKR

2011 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,401 mi
Last recorded97,401 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2011 Kia Sorento76,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ11 VKR
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 97,401 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 85,443 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 72,715 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 60,414 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Jul 2015 56,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jul 2014 44,751 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 44,751 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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GJ11 VKR is a 2011 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GJ11 VKR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GJ11 VKR?

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What year was GJ11 VKR registered?

GJ11 VKR is a 2011 Kia Sorento, first registered on 13 April 2011.

Is GJ11 VKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ11 VKR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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