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FA54 RXG

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

199,732 mi
Last recorded199,732 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA54 RXG
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 199,732 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Washer slow to work

Pass 12 Mar 2018 197,452 miles

Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 182,228 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2017 182,227 miles

Brake performance not tested rear brakes binding (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 170,784 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 156,854 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2015 156,854 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 140,690 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 127,443 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 114,120 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 101,050 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 84,830 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 69,086 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 46,672 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 46,672 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 46,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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FA54 RXG 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 FA54 RXG, 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 FA54 RXG registered?

FA54 RXG is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is FA54 RXG safe to buy?

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