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N3 YTY

2018 Kia Sorento

White Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

90,457 mi
Last recorded90,457 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Sorento42,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN3 YTY
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 90,457 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2025 68,480 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 81,062 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 52,777 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 70,728 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 41,491 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 41,490 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 60,299 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 29,589 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 23,930 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 23,930 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2022 50,891 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 44,055 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 17,501 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 39,137 miles

DPF fitted emissions to clean to read

engine bay and under body covers fitted, unable too fully test all components.

Pass 15 Mar 2019 31,516 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 24,086 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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N3 YTY is a 2018 Kia Sorento in White with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2018 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 42,053 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 N3 YTY, 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 8 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 N3 YTY registered?

N3 YTY is a 2018 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is N3 YTY safe to buy?

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