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FL54 GLY

2004 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

68,823 mi
Last recorded68,823 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL54 GLY
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 68,823 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front jet washer slightly weak

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Underbody corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2024 56,785 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

spare not fully secure, not likely to fall out

Fail 6 Jul 2024 56,784 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

spare not fully secure, not likely to fall out

Pass 31 May 2023 53,519 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 31 May 2023 53,516 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 27 Apr 2022 45,424 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 44,525 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 43,827 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 42,571 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 40,405 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 37,923 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 34,963 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 34,209 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 30,113 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 28,006 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 25,450 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 25,450 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 23,081 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 23,081 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2010 20,247 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 20,247 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 17,371 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 14,602 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 11,786 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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FL54 GLY is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2004 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 83,531 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 FL54 GLY, 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 22 years old, this Kia Sorento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FL54 GLY registered?

FL54 GLY is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 20 September 2004.

Is FL54 GLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL54 GLY shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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