2022 Kia Sorento — MOT failures & pass rate
2,484 MOT tests on the 2022 Kia Sorento are in this dataset, and 92.2% of them passed. Large SUVs of a similar age fail at 8.6%, so the 2022 Sorento sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.7%) and visibility (3.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, headlamp aim and tread depth — wipers alone was recorded 86 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 Sorento fails 6.3% of the time in the 0-30k band and 10.0% at 60-90k, a spread of only 3.7 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 17.6% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.7% | 91 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.3% | 81 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.3% | 57 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.5% | 36 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 21 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 9 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 86 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 80 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 43 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 27 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 17 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 13 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 17.6% | 437 |
| 2 | Other defects | 9.5% | 235 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.3% | 83 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.1% | 76 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.0% | 74 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 17 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,345 | 6.3% |
| 30-60k | 1,010 | 9.7% |
| 60-90k | 110 | 10.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 2,029 | 8.0% |
| Diesel | 447 | 6.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 137 | 4.4% |
| 2025 | 2,321 | 8.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Sorento
On a 2022 Sorento, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (3.7% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (3.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (2.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Kia Sorentos pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 2,484 2022 Kia Sorento MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Kia Sorento?
Tyres, recorded in 3.7% of tests, followed by visibility (3.3%).
Does the 2022 Sorento get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.3% in the 0-30k band to 10.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,484 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.