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BT53 OXH

2004 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

136,647 mi
Last recorded136,647 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 OXH
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 136,647 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

both rear shocks not functioning properly

would recommend full brake strip and clean

Fail 17 May 2016 136,614 miles

Centre Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

both rear shocks not functioning properly

would recommend full brake strip and clean

Pass 15 May 2015 126,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 May 2014 114,887 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

near side rear shock rubber split

Pass 20 May 2013 103,744 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 103,744 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2012 92,596 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 75,585 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Jan 2011 75,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 72,174 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 72,174 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 69,538 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake pipe from front to n/s/r flexi beginning to corrode

engine oil leaking over steering rack

front brake pads getting low

Pass 29 Jan 2008 61,010 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2008 61,010 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 46,204 miles

Oil leak

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

slight binding to nearside rear wheel

Fail 31 Jan 2007 46,204 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Oil leak

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

slight binding to nearside rear wheel

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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BT53 OXH is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 BT53 OXH, 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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BT53 OXH is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 24 January 2004.

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