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CP04 DXT

2004 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

194,890 mi
Last recorded194,890 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP04 DXT
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2020 194,890 miles

Central Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength xmember both sides / ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sills full length (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sills full length (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill unknown due to covers (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill unknown due to covers (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Aug 2019 180,645 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

excessive corrosion to NS and OS inner sills but outside prescribed areas

Fail 5 Aug 2019 180,645 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

excessive corrosion to NS and OS inner sills but outside prescribed areas

Pass 20 Jul 2018 166,579 miles

Nearside Front inner sill has excessive corrosion within 30cm of body mount but does not affect the overall security of body

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front inner sill has excessive corrosion within 30cm of body mount but does not affect the overall security of body

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 166,568 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength control arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability control arm (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front inner sill has excessive corrosion within 30cm of body mount but does not affect the overall security of body

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front inner sill has excessive corrosion within 30cm of body mount but does not affect the overall security of body

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 157,342 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 148,024 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 148,020 miles

Offside Front Outer Front wheel bearing has excessive play O/S FRONT WHEEL BRG HAS EXCESSIVE PLAY (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 141,834 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 131,988 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 131,926 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 121,520 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 111,817 miles

ADVANCED CORROSION TO CORROSION TO FRONT TO REAR METAL BRAKE PIPES BY FUEL TANK - DIFFICULT TO ASSESS DUE TO LOCATION

O/S/R BRAKE STARTING TO BIND

Pass 2 Sep 2011 100,131 miles

ALL 4 TYRES ARE PERISHED ON OUTER WALLS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 90,110 miles

N/S/REAR BRAKE STARTING TO BIND

O/S HEADLIGHT IMAGE DETERIOATING

O/S/REAR ANTI ROLL BAR MOUNT BUSH WORN WITH PLAY

Pass 11 Sep 2009 77,158 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 66,915 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 52,445 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 52,112 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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CP04 DXT is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 CP04 DXT, 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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CP04 DXT is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 10 April 2004.

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