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GF04 TMZ

2004 Kia Sorento

Black Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

62,632 mi
Last recorded62,632 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF04 TMZ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2019 62,632 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2019 60,632 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 55,630 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle turrets. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 49,698 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 49,698 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 43,835 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 43,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 41,466 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 41,466 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 39,609 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 36,697 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 32,205 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 25,344 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 25,344 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 22,180 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 22,174 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 18,214 miles

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

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

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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GF04 TMZ is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Black with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF04 TMZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF04 TMZ registered?

GF04 TMZ is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 19 April 2004.

Is GF04 TMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF04 TMZ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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