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GU11 YZW

2011 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

130,922 mi
Last recorded130,922 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 2011 Kia Sorento76,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU11 YZW
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 130,922 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 123,122 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2023 123,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 115,557 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 106,298 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 100,017 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 100,017 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 90,921 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 90,921 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 84,513 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 77,331 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 68,422 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 52,596 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 36,228 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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GU11 YZW is a 2011 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GU11 YZW, 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 GU11 YZW registered?

GU11 YZW is a 2011 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is GU11 YZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU11 YZW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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