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SC05 RSC

2005 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,590 mi
Last recorded78,590 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC05 RSC
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2013 78,590 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2012 71,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside numberplate lamp dim

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside headlamp showing age

Slight play in rear anti-roll bar 'D' bushes

Steering and suspension components showing general age and wear

Suspension and steering gaitors showing age/cracking

Pass 11 Jul 2012 71,855 miles

Nearside numberplate lamp dim

Offside headlamp showing age

Slight play in rear anti-roll bar 'D' bushes

Steering and suspension components showing general age and wear

Suspension and steering gaitors showing age/cracking

Pass 11 Aug 2011 63,733 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 55,101 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 41,633 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 41,473 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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SC05 RSC is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SC05 RSC, 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 SC05 RSC registered?

SC05 RSC is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is SC05 RSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC05 RSC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SC05 RSC have outstanding finance?

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