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GX05 VLL

2005 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

147,333 mi
Last recorded147,333 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 VLL
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2018 147,333 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 145,911 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 145,910 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working offside and nearside (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect offside and nearside (bulb not fitted correctly} (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

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

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively offside and nearside (8.2.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced offside and nearside (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 137,803 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 130,051 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 122,281 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 112,051 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 27 Jun 2013 112,051 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 100,582 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 89,371 miles

Misting of hydraulic fluid around central drivetrain transfer box and surrounding area

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 81,102 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 72,879 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 63,225 miles

offside number plate light very dim

Fail 3 Jul 2008 63,217 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

offside number plate light very dim

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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GX05 VLL is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GX05 VLL, 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 GX05 VLL registered?

GX05 VLL is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 4 July 2005.

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