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AJ57 SPZ

2007 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,534 mi
Last recorded90,534 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Kia Sorento77,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 SPZ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 90,534 miles

Offside Rear Inner sill corroded

Nearside Rear Inner sill corroded

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 90,529 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner sill corroded

Offside Rear Inner sill corroded

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 78,238 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

inner sills both sides rusty and holed at rear

Fail 25 Nov 2024 78,238 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

inner sills both sides rusty and holed at rear

Pass 22 Nov 2023 76,366 miles

both rear inner sills corroded

Fail 22 Nov 2023 76,366 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both rear inner sills corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2022 74,811 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both rear inner sills corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2021 73,600 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 72,053 miles

Nearside Rear inner sill corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2020 72,053 miles

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear inner sill corroded

Pass 17 May 2019 68,586 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 May 2018 66,804 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 66,804 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 May 2017 64,992 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 20 May 2016 63,041 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 6 May 2015 60,073 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 3 May 2014 55,436 miles

front and rear pads about 60% worn

front tyres wearing more on inside edges

front wipers starting to smear

Pass 26 Apr 2013 40,724 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 40,724 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 37,755 miles

Leak from diff pinion oil seal

Pass 10 Nov 2011 30,191 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 20,755 miles

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

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

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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AJ57 SPZ is a 2007 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 77,393 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ57 SPZ, 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 19 years old, this Kia Sorento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ57 SPZ registered?

AJ57 SPZ is a 2007 Kia Sorento, first registered on 14 November 2007.

Is AJ57 SPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ57 SPZ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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