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AD05 LHN

2005 Kia Sorento

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

97,228 mi
Last recorded97,228 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 LHN
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 97,228 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 95,324 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease or spray paint (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face corroded due to lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face corroded due to lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 95,234 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 94,890 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 94,890 miles

Brake pivot has restricted free movement ON REAR AXLE (1.1.15 (e))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting BOTH INNER SILLS (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 94,820 miles

o/s+n/s inner sills slight corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2018 94,213 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

Fail 23 Jan 2018 94,211 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2016 92,404 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 90,925 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 90,925 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 79,931 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Nov 2014 79,931 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 70,958 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 61,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wiper blades smeary

Pass 30 Nov 2011 55,250 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 55,249 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 53,083 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 45,411 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 37,772 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 25,294 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sorento?

Based on 738,544 MOT tests across 54,549 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
54,549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,793
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,141
position lamp(s) not working 9,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,638
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,977
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AD05 LHN is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 80,895 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sorento fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 12,793 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD05 LHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sorento typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Kia Sorento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD05 LHN?

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What year was AD05 LHN registered?

AD05 LHN is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is AD05 LHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 LHN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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