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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto. Check any Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto by registration number below.

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91.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.7%

vs Kia Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 91.9%, which is 5.7 percentage points above the Kia brand average of 86.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 66 vehicles

93.9%Excellent
Kia average: 86.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.3%

Mileage at 3yr

66k mi

2021

Based on 633 vehicles

90.2%Excellent
Kia average: 86.2%
Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

12.0%

Mileage at 3yr

48k mi

0

Based on 24 vehicles

91.7%Excellent
Kia average: 86.2%
Mileage at 5yr

20k mi

Top MOT Failures — Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto

The most common reasons a Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

3.6%
2

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.9%
Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside Outer

1.5%

Other Kia Models

Compare MOT reliability across Kia models.

Kia Magentis

60.1% pass rate

Kia X Ceed

100.0% pass rate

Kia Carens

56.6% pass rate

Kia Xceed Edition Isg

90.2% pass rate

Kia Ceed

87.6% pass rate

Kia Sorento

80.3% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto

Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto is 91.9% compared to the Kia average of 86.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto?
The most common MOT failures on the Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (3.6%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 91.9%, the Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto?
Typical mileage for the Kia Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto: 65,767 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Sorento 4 Phev Awd Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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