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YM05 EVX

2005 Kia Sorento

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

140,410 mi
Last recorded140,410 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM05 EVX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2023 140,410 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside & nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underbody undersealed restricting full inspection

Fail 7 Nov 2023 140,321 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength mounting on axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength mounting on axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength tie bar mounting on axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 135,800 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

reverse lights inop

Fail 22 Oct 2022 135,738 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center section (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength complete sill rotten (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

reverse lights inop

Pass 20 Oct 2021 126,923 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2021 126,923 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill and inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2020 120,699 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 115,206 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 107,826 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 102,942 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 92,917 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear flange (7.1.2)

all 4 tyre tread depth's are between 3-4mm

Pass 30 Mar 2016 86,402 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 80,156 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 73,814 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 67,233 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 65,348 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 65,348 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 60,350 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2010 49,553 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 41,240 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 33,627 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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YM05 EVX is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YM05 EVX, 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 YM05 EVX registered?

YM05 EVX is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is YM05 EVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM05 EVX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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