20 Model Years Analyzed
Kia Sorento
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (2003-2022), based on 44,545 DVSA recorded tests.
78.5%
Average Pass Rate
20
Model Years
45k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2015 Kia Sorento MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
3 tests
5 tests
517 tests
3,091 tests
3,138 tests
3,616 tests
3,692 tests
4,750 tests
3,724 tests
2,794 tests
2,616 tests
2,249 tests
2,640 tests
1,985 tests
1,505 tests
2,101 tests
3,110 tests
1,676 tests
1,024 tests
309 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 3a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- 4Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
- 5A tyre seriously damaged
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Kia Sorento?
The Kia Sorento has an average 78.5% MOT pass rate across model years 2003 to 2022, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kia Sorento?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Kia Sorento across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Kia Sorento year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Kia Sorento model years.