Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A MOT Failures
An analysis of 578 real DVSA MOT tests on the Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A is headlight fault — this model is 6.3 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it worth watching for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 578 MOT tests, 5.16% of all Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A tests recorded this as a failure.
Lighting faults are usually straightforward to fix (bulbs, connectors, earth points) but can indicate deeper wiring issues on older cars. Check all lights including fog lamps, number plate lights, and dashboard warning lights.
What to check before buying a Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A:
Lights & Electrics — check for headlight fault.
Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.
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Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A?
Based on 578 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is headlight fault — at 6x the national fleet average.
Is the Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A reliable based on MOT data?
The Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A has 1 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is headlight fault. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
The most common high-mileage failures include headlight fault.
How do I check a Kia Sorento 3 Crdi Awd S A's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.