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NV66 BVE

2016 Kia Sorento

Red Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,268 mi
Last recorded98,268 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Sorento52,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV66 BVE
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 98,268 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2026 98,268 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 May 2026 96,533 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 May 2025 82,664 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2024 72,171 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 72,167 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm Remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm Remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2023 61,978 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 61,974 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2022 52,267 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 49,846 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 40,601 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 33,156 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

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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NV66 BVE is a 2016 Kia Sorento in Red with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NV66 BVE, 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 NV66 BVE registered?

NV66 BVE is a 2016 Kia Sorento, first registered on 23 November 2016.

Is NV66 BVE safe to buy?

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