2007 KIA Sedona 2.9L Diesel · ML56 UUD
2007 KIA Sedona (2.9L, diesel). First registered 24 Jan 2007. Recorded mileage 92,072 miles. MOT valid until 04 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA SEDONA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (03 Sept 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,072 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML56 UUD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/12/2025
- 92,072 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ML56 UUD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Kia Sedona (ML56 UUD) between January 2024 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
ML56 UUD Mileage History
- 04/01/202475,097 mi
- 13/01/202582,814 mi+7,717 mi
- 20/01/202582,814 mi
- 05/12/202592,072 mi+9,258 mi
- 05/12/202592,072 mi
Average of roughly 8,847 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Sedona
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: KIA SEDONA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rear Auxiliary Heater Underbody Pipe Corrosion and Coolant Loss(Serious)
The Sedona features a dedicated rear passenger heater matrix supplied by metal coolant lines routed along the underside of the vehicle chassis. Exposed directly to road salt, grit spray, and damp UK winter conditions, these steel pipes corrode and eventually develop pinhole perforations. Coolant leaks out rapidly beneath the car, leading to sudden engine overheating and potential cylinder head gasket failure if the driver fails to notice the dropping coolant gauge. Replacing the metal lines with upgraded rubber hoses or aluminium lines is a well-known specialist fix.
- Electric Power Sliding Door Cable and Actuator Failure(Moderate)
Higher-specification second-generation Sedonas (such as the TS and 3 trim grades) feature electrically operated power-sliding rear side doors. The drive mechanisms rely on steel tension cables, plastic pulleys, and microswitch sensors located within the rear quarter panels and sill runners. With age, road grit accumulates in the lower floor tracks, door seals stick, and the steel drive cables fray or snap. When this occurs, the electric motor jams, leaving the door unable to open or latch shut automatically, necessitating manual override or expensive cable kit renewal.
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- Rear Auxiliary Heater Underbody Pipe Corrosion and Coolant LossSerious
The Sedona features a dedicated rear passenger heater matrix supplied by metal coolant lines routed along the underside of the vehicle chassis. Exposed directly to road salt, grit spray, and damp UK winter conditions, these steel pipes corrode and eventually develop pinhole perforations. Coolant leaks out rapidly beneath the car, leading to sudden engine overheating and potential cylinder head gasket failure if the driver fails to notice the dropping coolant gauge. Replacing the metal lines with upgraded rubber hoses or aluminium lines is a well-known specialist fix.
- Electric Power Sliding Door Cable and Actuator FailureModerate
Higher-specification second-generation Sedonas (such as the TS and 3 trim grades) feature electrically operated power-sliding rear side doors. The drive mechanisms rely on steel tension cables, plastic pulleys, and microswitch sensors located within the rear quarter panels and sill runners. With age, road grit accumulates in the lower floor tracks, door seals stick, and the steel drive cables fray or snap. When this occurs, the electric motor jams, leaving the door unable to open or latch shut automatically, necessitating manual override or expensive cable kit renewal.
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