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WR61 UWK

2011 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

61,799 mi
Last recorded61,799 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Sorento76,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR61 UWK
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 61,799 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 58,211 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Jul 2025 58,188 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 53,948 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed 2nd row (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Jul 2024 53,948 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed 2nd row (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 50,031 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 46,906 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Foremost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 44,340 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 43,222 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 40,700 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 40,700 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 36,284 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 30,706 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

both rear tyres cracking

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2016 28,398 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 28,397 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 22,133 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

rear tyres ageing,weathered and cracking

Fail 24 Nov 2015 22,133 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

rear tyres ageing,weathered and cracking

Pass 26 Nov 2014 16,347 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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WR61 UWK is a 2011 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 WR61 UWK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WR61 UWK registered?

WR61 UWK is a 2011 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is WR61 UWK safe to buy?

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