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GX18 BXS

2018 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,955 mi
Last recorded62,955 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Sorento42,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX18 BXS
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 62,955 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 53,881 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 45,402 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 37,829 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 33,739 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Jun 2021 26,585 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test dash cam ()

Fail 9 Jun 2021 26,585 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test dash cam ()

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

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

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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GX18 BXS is a 2018 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 42,053 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 GX18 BXS, 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 8 years old, this Kia Sorento is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GX18 BXS?

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What year was GX18 BXS registered?

GX18 BXS is a 2018 Kia Sorento, first registered on 15 June 2018.

Is GX18 BXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX18 BXS 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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