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AP54 EEB

2004 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

81,012 mi
Last recorded81,012 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP54 EEB
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 81,012 miles

Both side steps badly corroded.

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Metal fuel tank damp around seam.

Nearside Front inner sill corroded / holed.

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Oct 2022 78,485 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 75,756 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 74,276 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 71,976 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 68,320 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 64,174 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 60,222 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 60,222 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 55,974 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 52,014 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 47,987 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 43,827 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 40,150 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 35,879 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 31,776 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 27,778 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 23,162 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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AP54 EEB is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2004 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 83,531 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 AP54 EEB, 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 22 years old, this Kia Sorento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP54 EEB registered?

AP54 EEB is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 8 December 2004.

Is AP54 EEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP54 EEB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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