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GU54 XSF

2004 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

122,707 mi
Last recorded122,707 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 XSF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 122,707 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 121,428 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 121,427 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 120,224 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 120,209 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 117,440 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 116,156 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 113,934 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 101,182 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 85,741 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 72,625 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 57,333 miles

O/S/REGISTRATION LAMP POOR

Pass 28 Sep 2009 44,578 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 31,437 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 17,296 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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GU54 XSF is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GU54 XSF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU54 XSF registered?

GU54 XSF is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is GU54 XSF safe to buy?

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