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AF05 JEJ

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

151,441 mi
Last recorded151,441 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 JEJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 151,441 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 151,431 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2018 146,517 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front backing sill near body mounting corroded

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front backing sill near body mounting corroded

front anti-roll bar mounting "D" bushes worn

Fail 10 Dec 2018 146,517 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front backing sill near body mounting corroded

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front backing sill near body mounting corroded

front anti-roll bar mounting "D" bushes worn

Pass 11 Dec 2017 136,343 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 126,522 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 118,067 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 108,927 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 100,756 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 92,619 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 85,549 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 73,336 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 63,819 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 54,929 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 44,255 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 44,255 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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AF05 JEJ is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AF05 JEJ, 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.

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What year was AF05 JEJ registered?

AF05 JEJ is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is AF05 JEJ safe to buy?

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