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VN05 KBO

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

90,736 mi
Last recorded90,736 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 KBO
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 90,736 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 89,255 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 86,835 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 83,415 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2019 79,326 miles

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

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Offside Front steering oil low

Pass 31 Oct 2018 74,439 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 69,118 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 64,841 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 64,841 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 58,614 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 50,641 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 44,033 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 44,033 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 38,092 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

air bag light on

Pass 11 Jul 2011 30,697 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 23,379 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 23,378 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 17,894 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 11,796 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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VN05 KBO is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VN05 KBO, 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

How do I check the history of VN05 KBO?

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What year was VN05 KBO registered?

VN05 KBO is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is VN05 KBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN05 KBO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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