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J222 DWJ

2011 Kia Sorento

Bronze Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,194 mi
Last recorded78,194 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Sorento76,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ222 DWJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2011
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 78,194 miles

Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both front slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Repairable ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 75,202 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Fail 6 Jan 2025 75,202 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 71,040 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 66,202 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 59,919 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 53,283 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 49,594 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 39,132 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 36,648 miles

Nearside Rear unable to check seat and seatbelt buckle in third row

Offside Rear unable to check seat and seatbelt buckle in third row

Fail 9 Feb 2018 36,648 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) insecure shoes fallen apart inside disc (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear unable to check seat and seatbelt buckle in third row

Offside Rear unable to check seat and seatbelt buckle in third row

Pass 23 Feb 2017 33,596 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 26,492 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 23,025 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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J222 DWJ is a 2011 Kia Sorento in Bronze with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 J222 DWJ, 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.

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What year was J222 DWJ registered?

J222 DWJ is a 2011 Kia Sorento, first registered on 19 June 2011.

Is J222 DWJ safe to buy?

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