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LX61 WFZ

2011 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,526 mi
Last recorded135,526 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Sorento76,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX61 WFZ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 135,526 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2025 135,526 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 126,698 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 111,265 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 88,781 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2022 88,781 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2021 76,506 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 63,464 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 56,362 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 49,452 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2018 49,452 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 42,790 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera within swept area ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 35,506 miles

Nearside Front w/rubber smearing/split but still giving an adequate view

Offside Front w/rubber smearing but still giving an adequate view

Pass 20 Aug 2015 27,552 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 19,756 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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LX61 WFZ is a 2011 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LX61 WFZ, 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 LX61 WFZ registered?

LX61 WFZ is a 2011 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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