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GL55 GEY

2005 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

76,347 mi
Last recorded76,347 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 GEY
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2024 76,347 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floors to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floors to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint and rear section broke off during test (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2023 64,393 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 62,635 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

general under body corrosion

Fail 9 Nov 2022 62,635 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

general under body corrosion

Pass 9 Nov 2021 60,685 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

general corrosion

Pass 18 Nov 2020 58,613 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust mount broken

general underbody surface corrosion

Pass 9 Dec 2019 57,010 miles

offside front tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

oil leak

Fail 2 Dec 2019 57,010 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

offside front tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

oil leak

Pass 4 Dec 2018 54,529 miles

both inner sills corroded

offside front brake pipe corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2017 52,375 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 49,784 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 47,401 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 42,064 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edge

offside front brake pipe corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2013 38,205 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 34,744 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 34,744 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 30,945 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 26,916 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 22,179 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 22,179 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 16,586 miles

Offside Front 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.

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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GL55 GEY is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 GL55 GEY, 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 GL55 GEY registered?

GL55 GEY is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is GL55 GEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL55 GEY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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