MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
187,176 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge 3/4 rule (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
front and rear floors and chassis rails very corroded
many rear suspension components and mounts are corroded
oil leak
plastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas
poor beam pattern in headlamps
rear axle corroded
sill covers fitted
small chips in zones a and b of windscreen
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)
front number plate cracked
rear number plate deteriorating
slight dampness offside rear shocker
spare tyre worn to cords
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
chassis rusting
front and rear anti roll bar rubbers wearing (d type )
rear wiper blade worn
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
play in rear anti roll bar bushes
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
play in rear anti roll bar bushes
front & rear brake pads low
nearside front tyre wearing low
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GL54 XHE is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 2005 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 80,895 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 GL54 XHE, 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 21 years old, this Kia Sorento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was GL54 XHE registered?
GL54 XHE is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 17 January 2005.
Is GL54 XHE safe to buy?
The MOT history for GL54 XHE shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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