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BU04 CHU

2016 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,034 mi
Last recorded63,034 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2016 Kia Sorento52,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 CHU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2024 63,034 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 54,258 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 47,457 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 41,500 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 36,537 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 31,090 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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BU04 CHU is a 2016 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 52,701 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 BU04 CHU, 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 10 years old, this Kia Sorento is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU04 CHU?

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What year was BU04 CHU registered?

BU04 CHU is a 2016 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is BU04 CHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 CHU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU04 CHU have outstanding finance?

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