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GN55 YZB

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,901 mi
Last recorded108,901 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 YZB
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 108,901 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 106,167 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 103,352 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 100,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack gaiter (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 98,606 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 96,045 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 92,712 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 92,689 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 89,557 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 84,685 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 70,097 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 50,246 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 26,202 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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GN55 YZB is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GN55 YZB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN55 YZB registered?

GN55 YZB is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is GN55 YZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN55 YZB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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