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AO56 NGJ

2006 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

92,557 mi
Last recorded92,557 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Sorento80,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 NGJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 92,557 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2026 92,557 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 91,965 miles

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

sill covers fitted, unable to check fully

Pass 22 Jan 2024 89,956 miles

sill covers fitted, unable to check fully

Pass 20 Feb 2023 88,226 miles

sill covers fitted, unable to check fully

Pass 22 Mar 2022 86,238 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 83,444 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 82,726 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 79,581 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 75,333 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 71,572 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 69,150 miles

osr brake hanging on slightly hanging

Pass 21 Mar 2015 66,350 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 63,767 miles

both rear brake discs are showing signs of corrosion

Pass 27 Apr 2013 61,212 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 58,366 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 55,063 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 55,063 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 50,247 miles

Front brake pads getting low

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)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 45,054 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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AO56 NGJ is a 2006 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 80,526 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 AO56 NGJ, 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 20 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 AO56 NGJ registered?

AO56 NGJ is a 2006 Kia Sorento, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is AO56 NGJ safe to buy?

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