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FH55 SLU

2006 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

132,013 mi
Last recorded132,013 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 2006 Kia Sorento80,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 SLU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2014 132,013 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 125,058 miles

both front tyres wearing inside edge

Fail 13 Sep 2013 125,058 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front tyres wearing inside edge

Pass 21 Aug 2012 120,932 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 81,588 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 13 Jul 2010 55,489 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 42,400 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 37,234 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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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FH55 SLU is a 2006 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 2006 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 80,526 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 FH55 SLU, 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 20 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 FH55 SLU registered?

FH55 SLU is a 2006 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is FH55 SLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH55 SLU 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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