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DG56 GYP

2006 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

123,647 mi
Last recorded123,647 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Sorento80,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 GYP
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 123,647 miles

front and rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2016 120,490 miles

Nearside Front 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 6 Nov 2015 116,569 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 103,901 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 86,833 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 76,229 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jan 2012 66,823 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

both front wipers smeering screen slightly

Pass 24 Sep 2010 56,001 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 42,324 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 42,086 miles

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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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DG56 GYP is a 2006 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 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 DG56 GYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG56 GYP registered?

DG56 GYP is a 2006 Kia Sorento, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is DG56 GYP safe to buy?

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