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EA55 EXN

2005 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,623 mi
Last recorded73,623 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2010
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA55 EXN
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2010 73,623 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 58,366 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 45,491 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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EA55 EXN is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EA55 EXN, 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 EA55 EXN?

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What year was EA55 EXN registered?

EA55 EXN is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 October 2005.

Is EA55 EXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA55 EXN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EA55 EXN have outstanding finance?

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