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X99 STU

2016 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,381 mi
Last recorded143,381 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Sorento52,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX99 STU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 143,381 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 131,625 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2025 131,583 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 28 May 2024 119,666 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 119,666 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2023 106,043 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 89,138 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2022 89,138 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2021 73,968 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 64,359 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 51,410 miles

Central Rear Inner rear tyres bold on inner shoulders not yet showing cords

Nearside Rear nail in tyre is repairable

Fail 28 May 2019 51,410 miles

Central Rear Inner rear tyres bold on inner shoulders not yet showing cords

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear nail in tyre is repairable

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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X99 STU is a 2016 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X99 STU, 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 X99 STU?

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What year was X99 STU registered?

X99 STU is a 2016 Kia Sorento, first registered on 10 June 2016.

Is X99 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X99 STU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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