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YC18 BZF

2018 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,966 mi
Last recorded79,966 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Sorento42,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC18 BZF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 79,966 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 72,646 miles

Nail in tyre nsr

Pass 17 Jun 2024 67,757 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured in mirror (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Inner 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 22 Jun 2023 55,241 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2023 55,238 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 43,022 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 43,020 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 31,995 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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YC18 BZF is a 2018 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 42,053 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 YC18 BZF, 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 8 years old, this Kia Sorento is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YC18 BZF registered?

YC18 BZF is a 2018 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is YC18 BZF safe to buy?

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