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YP05 FUV

2005 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

58,367 mi
Last recorded58,367 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Sorento80,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 FUV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 58,367 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 58,252 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2025 58,252 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2022 57,958 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 56,945 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2020 56,488 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 54,992 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 53,900 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 50,486 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 47,095 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 44,059 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 41,099 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 37,769 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 35,163 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 32,491 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 26,611 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 22,782 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 18,789 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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YP05 FUV is a 2005 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YP05 FUV, 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 YP05 FUV registered?

YP05 FUV is a 2005 Kia Sorento, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is YP05 FUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP05 FUV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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