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YL05 KWU

2005 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

100,227 mi
Last recorded100,227 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL05 KWU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 100,227 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 87,966 miles

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel tank protector shield corroded

Fail 6 Jul 2020 87,917 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel tank protector shield corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2019 77,450 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 75,761 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 72,977 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 69,313 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 66,522 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 64,015 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 60,383 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 54,644 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 52,462 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 47,593 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 47,593 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 47,365 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 39,181 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 27,378 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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YL05 KWU is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YL05 KWU, 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

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What year was YL05 KWU registered?

YL05 KWU is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is YL05 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL05 KWU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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