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SJ11 VMH

2011 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,384 mi
Last recorded94,384 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2011 Kia Sorento76,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ11 VMH
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 94,384 miles

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 86,237 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 84,723 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 75,127 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 75,126 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 64,088 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 58,630 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 54,622 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 51,130 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 51,130 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 44,181 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 36,534 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 26,754 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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SJ11 VMH is a 2011 Kia Sorento in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SJ11 VMH, 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 SJ11 VMH registered?

SJ11 VMH is a 2011 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 August 2011.

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