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FH05 NZV

2005 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,414 mi
Last recorded99,414 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 NZV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2018 99,414 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak at oil filter ()

o/s/f tyre inner shoulder wear

Fail 8 Jan 2018 99,414 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak at oil filter ()

o/s/f tyre inner shoulder wear

Pass 12 Jan 2017 97,836 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 93,563 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 90,199 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 86,118 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

brake pedal anti slip slightly worn from the edge

Pass 26 Jun 2013 79,816 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 72,054 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2011 62,150 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 52,211 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 43,192 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 32,728 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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FH05 NZV is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FH05 NZV, 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 FH05 NZV?

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What year was FH05 NZV registered?

FH05 NZV is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is FH05 NZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 NZV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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