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MJ16 PKZ

2016 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,027 mi
Last recorded76,027 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Sorento52,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ16 PKZ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 76,027 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 66,932 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 66,932 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 56,702 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 47,431 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 17 Apr 2023 47,431 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 27 Apr 2022 38,084 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 30,835 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 26,671 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jul 2019 22,177 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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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MJ16 PKZ is a 2016 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MJ16 PKZ, 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.

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What year was MJ16 PKZ registered?

MJ16 PKZ is a 2016 Kia Sorento, first registered on 20 April 2016.

Is MJ16 PKZ safe to buy?

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