Kia Sedona
From 9,029 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Sedonas fare better: 2012 models pass at 71% vs 63.4% for 2005.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 668 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 668 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 344 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 266 |
| a suspension component excessively damaged or corroded | 257 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 252 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 252 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 237 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 234 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 224 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 220 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 38.6% of failures are serious: 31.1% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 7.4% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £78.
Kia Sedona on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 1,043 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 1,043. At this rate, roughly 6.3 years until none remain. Now at 18.5% of its peak (35,784 in 2010 Q2).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 3,647 | 2,976 | +0 | -195 | -195 |
| 2025 Q2 | 3,839 | 2,979 | +0 | -194 | -194 |
| 2025 Q1 | 4,043 | 2,969 | +0 | -327 | -327 |
| 2024 Q4 | 4,261 | 3,078 | +0 | -327 | -327 |
| 2024 Q3 | 4,484 | 3,182 | +1 | -269 | -268 |
| 2024 Q2 | 4,734 | 3,200 | +0 | -248 | -248 |
| 2024 Q1 | 4,992 | 3,190 | +0 | -227 | -227 |
| 2023 Q4 | 5,260 | 3,149 | +0 | -287 | -287 |
15 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedona Ls A | Diesel | 432 | 13% |
| Sedona 3 Crdi Auto | Diesel | 417 | 12% |
| Sedona Ls | Diesel | 384 | 11% |
| Sedona 2 Crdi | Diesel | 302 | 9% |
| Sedona 2 Crdi Auto | Diesel | 297 | 9% |
| Sedona Ts A | Diesel | 273 | 8% |
| Sedona Gs | Diesel | 236 | 7% |
| Sedona 1 Crdi | Diesel | 210 | 6% |
| Sedona Ts | Diesel | 185 | 5% |
| Sedona 3 Crdi | Diesel | 171 | 5% |
| Sedona Gs A | Diesel | 142 | 4% |
| Sedona Le | Diesel | 124 | 4% |
| Sedona Le Auto | Diesel | 108 | 3% |
| Sedona L | Diesel | 66 | 2% |
| Sedona Se+ Auto | Diesel | 63 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 71% | parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2011 | 72.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2010 | 67.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2009 | 68.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
6 earlier years
| 2008 | 64.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2007 | 66% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2006 | 60.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
| 2005 | 63.4% | vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2004 | 54.6% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension component excessively damaged or corroded |
| 2003 | 63.4% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Sedonas tested had between 69,870 and 117,734 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 91,980 median miles, the Sedona has 0.038 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kia models
| Kia Sportage | 81% |
| Kia Picanto | 76.9% |
| Kia Ceed | 73.9% |
| Kia Rio | 74.7% |
| Kia Venga | 77.2% |
Common questions
What is the Kia Sedona MOT pass rate?
The Kia Sedona has a 65.4% MOT pass rate based on 9,029 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kia Sedona?
The most common MOT failure on the Kia Sedona is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 668 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Kia Sedonas are on UK roads?
There are 3,647 Kia Sedonas currently licensed on UK roads, with 2,976 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Kia Sedona at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kia Sedona is 91,980 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 69,870 and 117,734 miles.
Buying a used Sedona?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 65.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £78 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.