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GK61 WJV

2011 Kia Sorento

White Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

47,438 mi
Last recorded47,438 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Sorento76,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK61 WJV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 47,438 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2025 46,623 miles

front and rear suspension very rusty

Fail 16 Sep 2025 46,622 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

front and rear suspension very rusty

Pass 18 Sep 2024 44,612 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

front suspension very rusty

rear suspension very rusty

Fail 18 Sep 2024 44,612 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

front suspension very rusty

rear suspension very rusty

Pass 20 Sep 2023 43,194 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 43,194 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 41,304 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 39,706 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 39,240 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 37,468 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 33,816 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 29,322 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 29,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 25,038 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 20,190 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 15,960 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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GK61 WJV is a 2011 Kia Sorento in White with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GK61 WJV, 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

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What year was GK61 WJV registered?

GK61 WJV is a 2011 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 September 2011.

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The MOT history for GK61 WJV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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