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GL04 ERJ

2004 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,143 mi
Last recorded94,143 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 ERJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 94,143 miles

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

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside & Offside rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 93,982 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Lower sill) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 May 2024 93,615 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 92,456 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 91,774 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 90,116 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 90,116 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 88,577 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 87,475 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 87,462 miles

Front Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 84,340 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2018 84,340 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2017 77,565 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2016 73,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2015 69,849 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 65,916 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres cracking around treads. 245/70/16

Pass 23 May 2013 60,123 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 60,123 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Outer Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside front tyre perishing around tread.

Pass 24 May 2012 54,234 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 47,593 miles

rear tyres starting to show signs of wear. 245/70/16

Fail 4 May 2011 47,593 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear tyres starting to show signs of wear. 245/70/16

Pass 24 May 2010 41,409 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 34,764 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 28,781 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 22,067 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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GL04 ERJ is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GL04 ERJ, 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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GL04 ERJ is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 28 May 2004.

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