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FEZ 1512

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,301 mi
Last recorded146,301 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEZ 1512
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 146,301 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 20 Sep 2018 146,288 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

slight surface emerging under side of vehicle

Pass 2 Sep 2017 144,382 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring components

general corrosion to vehicle

Pass 3 Sep 2016 143,386 miles

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 142,816 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 16 Sep 2014 141,149 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 140,536 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 127,642 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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FEZ 1512 is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FEZ 1512, 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

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What year was FEZ 1512 registered?

FEZ 1512 is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is FEZ 1512 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEZ 1512 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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