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EF54 XZD

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

101,740 mi
Last recorded101,740 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 XZD
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 101,740 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 96,236 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 96,013 miles

engine leaking oil

front shocks weak

Pass 17 Feb 2017 89,580 miles

under body starting to corrod

Pass 16 Feb 2016 80,710 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 80,710 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 69,864 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 63,784 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2013 60,621 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 60,618 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 57,222 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Feb 2012 57,221 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2011 54,464 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 48,819 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 44,269 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 37,019 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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EF54 XZD is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EF54 XZD, 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 EF54 XZD?

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What year was EF54 XZD registered?

EF54 XZD is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 January 2005.

Is EF54 XZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF54 XZD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF54 XZD have outstanding finance?

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