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FG55 CZJ

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,983 mi
Last recorded93,983 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 CZJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 93,983 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 85,172 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 76,551 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 69,798 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 69,798 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 65,565 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 55,220 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 47,880 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

both front wiper blades split but still clearing the screen

slight cracking at both rear tyres on outer wall but not through to the ply

Pass 20 Sep 2010 40,323 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 33,538 miles

age cracks in both rear tyre side walls

excessive travel on hand brake

Pass 24 Sep 2008 25,544 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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FG55 CZJ is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FG55 CZJ, 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 FG55 CZJ registered?

FG55 CZJ is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is FG55 CZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 CZJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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