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FG55 VSD

2005 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,350 mi
Last recorded99,350 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 VSD
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 99,350 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear axle surface corroded

Fail 9 Sep 2017 99,350 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear axle surface corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2016 92,218 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 92,218 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 84,183 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Various (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 72,646 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

exhaust bracket broken

Pass 26 Nov 2013 61,576 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 52,184 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 43,381 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 35,334 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 27,585 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 20,471 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 VSD is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG55 VSD, 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 FG55 VSD registered?

FG55 VSD is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is FG55 VSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 VSD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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