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SO17 TXC

2017 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,083 mi
Last recorded115,083 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Sorento47,302 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO17 TXC
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 115,083 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 98,333 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 80,043 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 80,041 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative offside and nearside (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside are lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside are lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 61,628 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 42,182 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 28,831 miles
Pass 11 May 2020

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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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SO17 TXC is a 2017 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 47,302 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 SO17 TXC, 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 9 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 SO17 TXC?

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What year was SO17 TXC registered?

SO17 TXC is a 2017 Kia Sorento, first registered on 19 May 2017.

Is SO17 TXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO17 TXC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SO17 TXC have outstanding finance?

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