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EX55 UET

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,261 mi
Last recorded95,261 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 UET
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 95,261 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 95,261 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 88,009 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 87,213 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 87,212 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 85,847 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 85,784 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 83,512 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 81,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 77,601 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 74,373 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump bung area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 70,341 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 64,314 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 57,938 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 52,601 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 47,258 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 41,990 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 36,515 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 31,649 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 26,130 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 20,062 miles

Both front tyres worn on inside edge

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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EX55 UET is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX55 UET, 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 EX55 UET?

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What year was EX55 UET registered?

EX55 UET is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EX55 UET safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 UET shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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