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DU55 EHB

2005 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

107,038 mi
Last recorded107,038 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 EHB
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2023 107,038 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s front & rear leads to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced entire uner bosy sills , chassis rails , suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 107,031 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection suspect corrosion on sills

Pass 11 Nov 2021 104,256 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill backing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 9 Nov 2021 104,251 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill backing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Nov 2020 100,401 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Nov 2019 97,708 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

drivers seat adjust intermitant fault

Pass 5 Nov 2018 93,134 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 88,094 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Nov 2016 82,313 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Nov 2015 75,829 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 71,027 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2013 65,396 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 59,442 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front lights have converter kits on (aim is flat)

rear discs are pitted slighty

Pass 9 Nov 2012 59,442 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front lights have converter kits on (aim is flat)

rear discs are pitted slighty

Fail 10 Nov 2011 49,830 miles

Centre Rear Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 49,830 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 41,711 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 32,353 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 27,158 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)

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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DU55 EHB is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DU55 EHB, 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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What year was DU55 EHB registered?

DU55 EHB is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 28 November 2005.

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