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DF05 KMA

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

132,732 mi
Last recorded132,732 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 KMA
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2019 132,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 18 Oct 2018 127,413 miles

Both rear sills corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2017 122,516 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 115,533 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 106,324 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Mar 2013 96,931 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 96,931 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 96,803 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 83,548 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 69,788 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 60,804 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 46,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 KMA is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KMA, 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

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What year was DF05 KMA registered?

DF05 KMA is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is DF05 KMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 KMA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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