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DA05 BKV

2005 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

66,837 mi
Last recorded66,837 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 BKV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 66,837 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint from rack gaiter. (2.1.5 (a))

n/s/r and o/s/r lower outer seal panels corroded. but out side 30cm perscribed areas for seat belt anchor points.

Fail 2 Dec 2020 66,837 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint from rack gaiter. (2.1.5 (a))

n/s/r and o/s/r lower outer seal panels corroded. but out side 30cm perscribed areas for seat belt anchor points.

Pass 16 May 2019 61,063 miles

Nearside Rear inner sill area slightly corroded

Offside Rear inner sill area slightly corroded

Pass 18 May 2018 58,731 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 54,925 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 51,264 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 51,263 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 47,566 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 43,480 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 38,628 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 38,628 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 34,909 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 31,090 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 26,953 miles

nearside front wiper rubber splitting

rear exhaust mounting rubber in poor condition

Fail 16 Jun 2009 22,237 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 22,237 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 17,607 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 17,607 miles

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

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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DA05 BKV is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2005 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 80,895 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 DA05 BKV, 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 21 years old, this Kia Sorento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DA05 BKV is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 20 June 2005.

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