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EA56 WTJ

2006 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,524 mi
Last recorded95,524 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2006 Kia Sorento80,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 WTJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 95,524 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 88,941 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 80,114 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)

Pass 18 May 2013 70,846 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 60,457 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 60,457 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 49,007 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 38,429 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 36,496 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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EA56 WTJ is a 2006 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EA56 WTJ, 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

How do I check the history of EA56 WTJ?

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What year was EA56 WTJ registered?

EA56 WTJ is a 2006 Kia Sorento, first registered on 23 October 2006.

Is EA56 WTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA56 WTJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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