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W333 PMB

2011 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,487 mi
Last recorded87,487 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Sorento76,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW333 PMB
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 87,487 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2025

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) TRACK ROD END (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 77,323 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Underneath vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 21 Mar 2024 74,521 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2023 72,934 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 65,074 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 55,282 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 53,890 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 53,890 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 51,254 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 45,221 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 39,391 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear section of nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear section of offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 32,138 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 26,861 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 20,326 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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W333 PMB is a 2011 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 W333 PMB, 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 W333 PMB registered?

W333 PMB is a 2011 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is W333 PMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W333 PMB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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