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FM05 NZE

2005 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

142,709 mi
Last recorded142,709 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 NZE
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Mar 2021 142,709 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength X-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by lower suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mount to suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis x-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected axle top arm to chassis/ x-member severely corroded (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected suspension top arm mount to chassis x-member severely corroded (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2020 136,771 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 128,374 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 29 Mar 2019 128,374 miles

Central Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 14 Mar 2019 128,357 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2018 120,728 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 114,281 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 110,787 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 105,689 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 94,786 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 78,872 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 63,305 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 42,323 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 30,380 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 25,653 miles

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

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

wear on front brake pads and discs

Pass 9 Jul 2008 17,167 miles

slight wetness on both steering rack boots cannot find any leeks

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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FM05 NZE is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FM05 NZE, 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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FM05 NZE is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 22 July 2005.

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