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FM53 UFP

2004 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

88,490 mi
Last recorded88,490 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 UFP
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 88,490 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 30 Jun 2022 88,490 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 78,449 miles

sill covers fitted

welding repairs undersealed

Fail 13 Jul 2021 78,448 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/under plastic trim (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached droplink (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached droplink (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

extent of corrosion to outer sills cannot be checked untill sill covers are removed

Pass 5 Oct 2020 72,954 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 64,310 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 55,048 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 50,012 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 46,661 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 44,012 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 41,660 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 39,330 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 37,050 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 35,097 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

airbag light on

Pass 21 Jan 2011 34,035 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Jan 2011 34,035 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 31,839 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 29,434 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 25,660 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 21,584 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 21,582 miles

Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

flight damage to ns front tyre sidewall

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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FM53 UFP is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FM53 UFP, 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 FM53 UFP registered?

FM53 UFP is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 24 January 2004.

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