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CV56 ZRA

2006 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

151,141 mi
Last recorded151,141 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Kia Sorento80,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 ZRA
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Jan 2023 151,141 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced N/O side sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength side sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength side sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength side sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Both front shocks corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Differential has a slight oil leak

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 142,322 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt NS AND OS RUBBERS DETERIATED (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Obligatory mirror slightly damaged MIRROR CASSING DAMAGED NO SHARP EDGES (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 135,745 miles

front brake pads low

slight bind on o/s/r brake

Pass 23 Dec 2019 129,648 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 129,648 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 124,574 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2018 124,520 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sills marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sills marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 118,492 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 111,625 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 105,926 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 97,654 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 89,231 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 80,221 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 67,703 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 54,964 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 42,095 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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CV56 ZRA is a 2006 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CV56 ZRA, 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.

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What year was CV56 ZRA registered?

CV56 ZRA is a 2006 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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