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SY55 YFP

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,728 mi
Last recorded114,728 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY55 YFP
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2018 114,728 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CHASSIS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Boot lid damaged and likely to cause injury TAILGATE (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering SILLL (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering SILL (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective HANGER BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 108,020 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 93,297 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 85,378 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 74,800 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 64,778 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 53,820 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear brake discs pitted

Pass 26 Oct 2010 45,680 miles

rear brake discs rusted

wear in rear anti roll bar bushes

Pass 17 Nov 2009 36,209 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 36,209 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 27,152 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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SY55 YFP is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SY55 YFP, 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 SY55 YFP registered?

SY55 YFP is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is SY55 YFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY55 YFP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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