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AU06 VUJ

2006 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

96,547 mi
Last recorded96,547 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Sorento80,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 VUJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 96,547 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 92,570 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 91,493 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 90,281 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 90,281 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 89,043 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 86,894 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 84,148 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 80,551 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 71,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 64,780 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 57,228 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 49,148 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 42,157 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 36,017 miles

Nearside Front 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 30 Mar 2011 30,435 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 24,712 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 17,300 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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AU06 VUJ is a 2006 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AU06 VUJ, 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 AU06 VUJ registered?

AU06 VUJ is a 2006 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is AU06 VUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 VUJ 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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