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GL04 LBP

2004 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

64,662 mi
Last recorded64,662 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 LBP
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 64,662 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear suspension corroding nearside and offside

Pass 9 Jul 2018 57,780 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 53,110 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 50,032 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 46,554 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 43,120 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 43,120 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 37,837 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 33,560 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 30,889 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 26,405 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 22,549 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 19,233 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 14,658 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 LBP is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LBP, 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 GL04 LBP registered?

GL04 LBP is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 12 July 2004.

Is GL04 LBP safe to buy?

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