KIA Sorento MOT Failure Rate — 11-15 Years Old

43.6%
MOT failure rate for 11-15-year-old KIA Sorento vehicles
Based on 37,439 MOT tests
15.6pp above the UK average (28%)

This model shows significant deterioration in this age bracket, with a 43.6% failure rate. Pre-MOT inspection strongly recommended, especially for lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (11-15 Years)

Which parts of a 11-15-year-old KIA Sorento are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 10.3%
Brakes 9.7%
Suspension 9.7%
Body & Chassis 4.0%
Steering 3.8%
Tyres 3.4%
Visibility 2.7%

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 11-15 year old KIA Sorento reliable?

11-15-year-old KIA Sorento vehicles have a 43.6% failure rate, which is above average. Consider a pre-MOT inspection, particularly checking lamps & electrics.

What are the common MOT failures on a 11-15 year old KIA Sorento?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 10.3% failure risk
  • Brakes — 9.7% failure risk
  • Suspension — 9.7% failure risk

How can I prepare my KIA Sorento for its MOT?

For a 11-15-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.

Other KIA Sorento Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 11-15-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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