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SC18 BVN

2018 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,935 mi
Last recorded69,935 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Sorento42,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC18 BVN
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 69,935 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 64,424 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 55,956 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 55,956 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 44,575 miles

Central Front Coolant leak radiator leaking

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective torn but still clears screen (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective torn but still clears screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 35,680 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 28,591 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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SC18 BVN is a 2018 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SC18 BVN, 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

How do I check the history of SC18 BVN?

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What year was SC18 BVN registered?

SC18 BVN is a 2018 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 July 2018.

Is SC18 BVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC18 BVN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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