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SK16 CMX

2016 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,978 mi
Last recorded86,978 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Sorento52,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK16 CMX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 86,978 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 74,898 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 68,693 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2024 68,693 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure , reattached (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 60,626 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 60,626 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 50,026 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 50,022 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 40,618 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 34,948 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 24,016 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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SK16 CMX is a 2016 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SK16 CMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SK16 CMX?

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What year was SK16 CMX registered?

SK16 CMX is a 2016 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is SK16 CMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK16 CMX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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