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HD05 LGF

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,480 mi
Last recorded123,480 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD05 LGF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2016 123,480 miles

n/s h/brake down

o/s/f tyre cracking slightly

Pass 13 Aug 2015 110,585 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pedal anti-slip rubber split at edge

n/s/f fog light insecure

rear no plate cracked

Pass 8 Aug 2014 99,111 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 88,723 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 81,657 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 74,150 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 62,792 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 52,575 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 43,186 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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HD05 LGF is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HD05 LGF, 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 HD05 LGF registered?

HD05 LGF is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is HD05 LGF safe to buy?

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