2016 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · MF16 FHN
2016 KIA Sorento (2.2L, diesel). First registered 27 May 2016. Recorded mileage 70,355 miles. MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA SORENTO
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,355 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MF16 FHN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/01/2026
- 70,355 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MF16 FHN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Kia Sorento (MF16 FHN) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
MF16 FHN Mileage History
- 17/01/202456,482 mi
- 19/01/202456,482 mi
- 09/01/202564,429 mi+7,947 mi
- 20/01/202670,355 mi+5,926 mi
- 20/01/202670,355 mi
Average of roughly 6,903 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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