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HT17 VVU

2017 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

66,789 mi
Last recorded66,789 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Sorento47,302 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT17 VVU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 66,789 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2026 66,766 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/60/r18/107v/xl (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Jul 2025 61,321 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive clutch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 54,681 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 54,680 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 48,021 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 48,021 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 41,805 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 41,805 miles

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 2021 36,455 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 36,455 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 30,292 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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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HT17 VVU is a 2017 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2017 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 47,302 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 HT17 VVU, 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 9 years old, this Kia Sorento is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HT17 VVU registered?

HT17 VVU is a 2017 Kia Sorento, first registered on 7 August 2017.

Is HT17 VVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT17 VVU shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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