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FT04 AKK

2004 Kia Sorento

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

130,080 mi
Last recorded130,080 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT04 AKK
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 130,080 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security may need attention around or close to body mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 130,535 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

chassis rails corroded

slight leak from gearbox

underbody and suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2017 120,292 miles

sill covers fitted obscuring view

underbody slightly corroded

Fail 28 Nov 2017 120,292 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

sill covers fitted obscuring view

underbody slightly corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2017 111,749 miles

underbody slightly corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2016 104,494 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x 1 (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged x 1 (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x 3 (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x 3 (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

coil spring corroded all x 4 (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers fitted

Fail 5 Jan 2016 104,494 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported main (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x 1 (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged x 1 (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x 3 (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x 3 (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

coil spring corroded all x 4 (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers fitted

Fail 8 May 2014 93,436 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 8 May 2014 93,436 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 86,381 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 78,745 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 72,300 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2010 63,883 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Surface corrosion to both front to rear brake pipes

Surface corrosion to both rear brake pipes

Fail 6 May 2010 63,729 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Surface corrosion to both front to rear brake pipes

Surface corrosion to both rear brake pipes

Pass 20 May 2009 54,155 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 37,655 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 19,448 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 18,226 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)

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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FT04 AKK is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FT04 AKK, 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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FT04 AKK is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 2 June 2004.

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