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DF05 KLD

2005 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,922 mi
Last recorded80,922 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 KLD
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 80,922 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 72,339 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 63,054 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 54,555 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 46,066 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 40,711 miles

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

rear rubber exhaust mount broken

Fail 18 Aug 2010 33,379 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 33,379 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 26,559 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 19,927 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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DF05 KLD is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DF05 KLD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF05 KLD?

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What year was DF05 KLD registered?

DF05 KLD is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is DF05 KLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 KLD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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