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KS16 WNU

2016 Kia Sorento

White Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

105,352 mi
Last recorded105,352 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Sorento52,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS16 WNU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 105,352 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 83,548 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2024 83,547 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 77,565 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 6 Nov 2023 77,565 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Oct 2022 67,546 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 2 Nov 2021 56,402 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 47,330 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 47,328 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2019 29,501 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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KS16 WNU is a 2016 Kia Sorento in White with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2016 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 52,701 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 KS16 WNU, 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 10 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 KS16 WNU registered?

KS16 WNU is a 2016 Kia Sorento, first registered on 23 May 2016.

Is KS16 WNU safe to buy?

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