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2016 KIA Sorento 2.2L Diesel · PJ16 WNW

PJ16 WNW

2016 KIA Sorento (2.2L, diesel). First registered 13 May 2016. Recorded mileage 125,645 miles. MOT valid until 09 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
KIA SORENTO
Year / Origin
2016 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 09 Aug 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
125,645 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09 Aug 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
2199cc
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PJ16 WNW Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2026
  • 125,645 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

PJ16 WNW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 17:15
MOT Analysis

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 (PJ16 WNW) between May 2023 and August 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

PJ16 WNW Mileage History

  1. 24/05/2023116,106 mi
  2. 23/05/2024118,286 mi+2,180 mi
  3. 23/05/2024118,286 mi
  4. 06/08/2025122,065 mi+3,779 mi
  5. 11/08/2026125,645 mi+3,580 mi

Average of roughly 2,965 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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2016 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
83
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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