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EA06 KSX

2006 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

110,093 mi
Last recorded110,093 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 Kia Sorento80,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA06 KSX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 110,093 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

general corrosion to underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2018 103,621 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust rubber bracket broken but system still secure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 97,068 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 97,068 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 91,067 miles

Child seats fitted seatbelts not checked

Nearside Steering rack inner joint has slight play

Rear Exhaust hanger broken system still supported

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 82,346 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 75,580 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)

Fail 21 Mar 2014 75,580 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 69,675 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 60,735 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front wiper blades starting to streak slightly

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 60,735 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front wiper blades starting to streak slightly

Pass 21 Mar 2011 53,017 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 42,588 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 33,147 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

covers fitted over the outer sills

o/s front arch is scuffed

o/s rear brake is slightly slower to operate

power steering fluid leak from the n/s of the steering rack .

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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EA06 KSX is a 2006 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EA06 KSX, 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.

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What year was EA06 KSX registered?

EA06 KSX is a 2006 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is EA06 KSX safe to buy?

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