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BU56 PKC

2006 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

154,192 mi
Last recorded154,192 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 2006 Kia Sorento80,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 PKC
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 154,192 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 139,761 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 138,685 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 74,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 111,508 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 87,521 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 87,518 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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BU56 PKC is a 2006 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 BU56 PKC, 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

How do I check the history of BU56 PKC?

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What year was BU56 PKC registered?

BU56 PKC is a 2006 Kia Sorento, first registered on 27 December 2006.

Is BU56 PKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU56 PKC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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