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SM55 KSX

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,247 mi
Last recorded112,247 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 KSX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2019 112,247 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play border line (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 102,409 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 93,424 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 87,594 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyre treads wearing unevenly

corrosion on rear axle

exhaust system slightly deteriorated at joints and hangers

spare tyre flat

Fail 12 Jan 2017 87,594 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyre treads wearing unevenly

corrosion on rear axle

exhaust system slightly deteriorated at joints and hangers

spare tyre flat

Pass 7 Jan 2016 79,580 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 79,580 miles

Offside Rear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 71,408 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

heavy corrosion on rear axle

rear tie bar mounting points have heavy corrosion on rear axle

spare tyre flat

Pass 9 Jan 2014 63,403 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 55,534 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 47,226 miles

rear discs pitted

Pass 12 Jan 2011 41,611 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 33,186 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 26,391 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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SM55 KSX is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SM55 KSX, 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 SM55 KSX registered?

SM55 KSX is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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