KIA Sorento MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

11.3%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old KIA Sorento vehicles
Based on 8,107 MOT tests
16.7pp below the UK average (28%)

KIA Sorento shows good reliability at this age, with a 11.3% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old KIA Sorento are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 2.4%
Visibility 1.8%
Tyres 1.7%
Brakes 0.5%
Suspension 0.5%
Steering 0.1%
Body & Chassis 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

KIA Sorento MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 11.3% 8,107 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 15.2% 35,383 Tyres
6-10 years 25.1% 60,503 Suspension
11-15 years 43.6% 37,439 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 49.9% 19,058 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old KIA Sorento reliable?

Yes. Based on 8,107 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old KIA Sorento vehicles have a 11.3% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old KIA Sorento?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 2.4% failure risk
  • Visibility — 1.8% failure risk
  • Tyres — 1.7% failure risk

How can I prepare my KIA Sorento for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old KIA Sorento, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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