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GK04 MLX

2004 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,355 mi
Last recorded114,355 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 MLX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 114,355 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 105,124 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 96,968 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 87,619 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 86,878 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 86,746 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 83,633 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 79,345 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 74,096 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 74,084 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 52,958 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 82,926 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick outer pad (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 49,955 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 48,672 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 47,656 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 45,204 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 42,664 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 39,501 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 36,696 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 33,416 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 28,305 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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GK04 MLX is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GK04 MLX, 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 GK04 MLX registered?

GK04 MLX is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 10 June 2004.

Is GK04 MLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK04 MLX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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