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WP16 LWX

2016 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,585 mi
Last recorded89,585 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Sorento52,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP16 LWX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 89,585 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 84,810 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2025 84,810 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both side rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2024 73,370 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 69,692 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/60/18 V (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 69,692 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/60/18 V (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) likely to become detached (4.3.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 54,241 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 38,463 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 26,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and bald on edges 235/60/18/H (5.2.3 (e))

plastic covers fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2019 13,485 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 13,485 miles

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

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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WP16 LWX 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 WP16 LWX, 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.

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What year was WP16 LWX registered?

WP16 LWX is a 2016 Kia Sorento, first registered on 12 August 2016.

Is WP16 LWX safe to buy?

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