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YC55 GZV

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

159,709 mi
Last recorded159,709 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 GZV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 159,709 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside hand brake effort low

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 8 May 2015 148,562 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 May 2014 134,022 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 115,238 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 97,786 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 97,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 83,045 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 83,045 miles

Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 68,303 miles

Rear anti roll bar bushes on rear axle slightly worn

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Slight wear on inner edge Offside front tyre

Pass 20 Oct 2009 65,557 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 61,215 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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YC55 GZV 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 YC55 GZV, 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 YC55 GZV registered?

YC55 GZV is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 14 October 2005.

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