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EN54 BFU

2005 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

91,620 mi
Last recorded91,620 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN54 BFU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 91,620 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 83,392 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 75,884 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 67,625 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 59,478 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 59,478 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 56,530 miles

brake pedal worn on edge but not excessive.

front brake pads wearing thin.

rear brake pads wearing thin.

unable to check rear center seat belt due to dog cage.

Fail 6 Sep 2010 54,835 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise n/s side step incorrectly positioned,not fouling wheel but is close.

advise unable to fully inspect outer sills plastic skirts fitted.

Pass 6 Sep 2010 54,835 miles

advise n/s side step incorrectly positioned,not fouling wheel but is close.

advise unable to fully inspect outer sills plastic skirts fitted.

Pass 30 Mar 2010 53,171 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 41,358 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 32,088 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 32,088 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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EN54 BFU is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EN54 BFU, 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.

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What year was EN54 BFU registered?

EN54 BFU is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is EN54 BFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN54 BFU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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