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EF56 YSL

2006 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,003 mi
Last recorded127,003 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Kia Sorento80,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 YSL
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2025 127,003 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 122,969 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 116,761 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 108,933 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 101,775 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 96,245 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 92,516 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 85,634 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 79,210 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 73,309 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 69,071 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 65,067 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 61,642 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 57,044 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 53,598 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 47,515 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 41,768 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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EF56 YSL is a 2006 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EF56 YSL, 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 EF56 YSL?

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What year was EF56 YSL registered?

EF56 YSL is a 2006 Kia Sorento, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is EF56 YSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 YSL shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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