Kia Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Kia model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 1,690,047 real MOT tests.
Average Kia MOT pass rate: 86%
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86%
Avg pass rate
14%
Avg fail rate
138
Models tested
Kia Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kia Cerato | 36% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 2 | Kia Sedona | 29% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues | |
| 3 | Kia Magentis | 29% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 4 | Kia Unclassified | 29% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 5 | Kia Proceed | 28% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear |
Most Reliable Kia Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Kia models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kia Sportage 3 Isg Hev Auto | 100% | |
| 2 | Kia Sportage Gt-line Phev 4x4 Auto | 97% | |
| 3 | Kia Niro Connect Phev S-a | 100% | |
| 4 | Kia Sorento Edition Phev Awd Auto | 100% | |
| 5 | Kia Sportage Gt-line S Isg Hev A | 97% |
All Kia Models by Fail Rate
Every Kia model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedona | 2004 | 57% | 41% | |
| Carens | 2005 | 57% | 40% | |
| Cerato | 2004 | 61% | 39% | |
| Cerato | 2007 | 61% | 39% | |
| Rio | 2004 | 64% | 36% | |
| Carens | 2006 | 62% | 36% | |
| Sedona | 2003 | 63% | 35% | |
| Rio | 2003 | 65% | 34% | |
| Magentis | 2008 | 66% | 34% | |
| Carens | 2003 | 63% | 34% | |
| Picanto | 2006 | 66% | 33% | |
| Picanto | 2005 | 66% | 33% | |
| Sportage | 2007 | 65% | 33% | |
| Sedona | 2006 | 66% | 33% | |
| Carens | 2007 | 66% | 33% | |
| Cerato | 2005 | 66% | 33% | |
| Cerato | 2006 | 66% | 33% | |
| Sorento | 2006 | 67% | 32% | |
| Rio | 2007 | 67% | 32% | |
| Sportage | 2006 | 66% | 32% | |
| Sorento | 2004 | 65% | 32% | |
| Proceed | 2010 | 66% | 32% | |
| Sedona | 2005 | 67% | 32% | |
| Proceed | 2009 | 66% | 32% | |
| Carens | 2004 | 66% | 32% | |
| Proceed | 2008 | 68% | 32% | |
| Magentis | 2007 | 65% | 32% | |
| Picanto | 2007 | 68% | 31% | |
| Ceed | 2007 | 68% | 31% | |
| Rio | 2008 | 68% | 31% | |
| Sportage | 2005 | 66% | 31% | |
| Sorento | 2005 | 66% | 31% | |
| Carens | 2008 | 68% | 31% | |
| Rio | 2006 | 69% | 31% | |
| Carens | 2011 | 69% | 31% | |
| Sorento | 2003 | 65% | 31% | |
| Magentis | 2006 | 68% | 31% | |
| Magentis | 2009 | 69% | 31% | |
| Rio | 2002 | 68% | 31% | |
| Ceed | 2008 | 69% | 30% | |
| Picanto | 2008 | 69% | 30% | |
| Picanto | 2004 | 69% | 30% | |
| Sportage | 2008 | 70% | 30% | |
| Carens | 2009 | 69% | 30% | |
| Sedona | 2008 | 69% | 30% | |
| Rio | 2005 | 69% | 30% | |
| Ceed | 2010 | 70% | 29% | |
| Ceed | 2011 | 71% | 29% | |
| Ceed | 2009 | 70% | 29% | |
| Sportage | 2009 | 70% | 29% |
Showing top 50 of 443 model/year combinations. View all Kia models
Kia MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Kia cars?
The most common MOT problems on Kia cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Kia diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Cerato has the highest average fail rate at 36%.
Which Kia model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Kia model in our data is the Sportage 3 Isg Hev Auto with an average MOT pass rate of 100%. View all Kia models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Kia?
The average MOT pass rate for Kia is 86%, based on 1,690,047 MOT tests across 138 models. This means about 14% of Kia cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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