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SJ20 PVF

2020 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,213 mi
Last recorded59,213 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2020 Kia Sorento36,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ20 PVF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 59,213 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 50,140 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear cracking

Offside Rear cracking

Pass 26 Feb 2024 40,879 miles

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

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))

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

Small crack in windscreen out with drivers view

Pass 21 Feb 2023 27,315 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 27,315 miles

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

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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SJ20 PVF is a 2020 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 36,624 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 SJ20 PVF, 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 6 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 SJ20 PVF?

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What year was SJ20 PVF registered?

SJ20 PVF is a 2020 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 March 2020.

Is SJ20 PVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ20 PVF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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