2004 · 20 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2004 Kia Sedona MOT pass rate and common faults

209 MOT tests in 2024. 44.5% passed first time, compared with 56.4% for all cars the same age.

79Well below average
Passed first time44.5%
Failed or needed repairs55.5%
Typical mileage at test101,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 209 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength12.4%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt9.6%
  3. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced8.6%
  4. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect7.7%
  5. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements7.2%
  6. Suspension arm: corroded and seriously weakened6.7%
  7. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced5.3%
  8. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault4.3%
  9. Parking brake performance: inoperative on one side4.3%
  10. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.3%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics40.2%
  2. Suspension39.7%
  3. Brakes34.4%
  4. Body & chassis23.4%
  5. Seat belts & airbags11.0%
  6. Tyres9.1%
  7. Steering7.7%
  8. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)7.2%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded22.5%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm21.5%
  3. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine19.1%
  4. Wheel bearings: has excessive play12.0%
  5. Registration plates: inscription illegible11.0%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2004 Kia Sedona?

In 2024, 44.5% of 2004 Kia Sedona cars passed their MOT first time, across 209 tests. The average for all 20-year-old cars was 56.4%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2004 Kia Sedona?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2004 Kia Sedona reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 79, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).