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SM05 SFL

2014 Kia Sorento

Black Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

59,945 mi
Last recorded59,945 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 2014 Kia Sorento62,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 SFL
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Mar 2022 59,945 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing fouling rear shock (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front side windows tinted, not adversely affecting driver's view

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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SM05 SFL is a 2014 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2014 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 62,666 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM05 SFL, 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 12 years old, this Kia Sorento is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM05 SFL registered?

SM05 SFL is a 2014 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 January 2014.

Is SM05 SFL safe to buy?

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