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AP07 TLO

2007 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,893 mi
Last recorded112,893 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2007 Kia Sorento77,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 TLO
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 112,893 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Some corrosion to underside of vehicle and chassis.

Fail 5 Jun 2020 107,472 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 94,926 miles

brake pipe to nearside front flexi showing corrosion

brake pipes across rear axle showing corrosion

front shock absorbers damping action weak

Pass 27 Jun 2018 84,021 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 81,525 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 81,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement Handbrake cable (3.5.1k)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 77,755 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 77,755 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 74,854 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 74,854 miles

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

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 18 Nov 2014 71,228 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 71,228 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 68,081 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 68,081 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 65,559 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 63,080 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 60,137 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 55,058 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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AP07 TLO is a 2007 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AP07 TLO, 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.

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AP07 TLO is a 2007 Kia Sorento, first registered on 19 May 2007.

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