Kia Sedona (2004)
2004 Kia Sedona
CarHunch analysed 7,356 real MOT records for the 2004 Kia Sedona.
Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2004 Kia Sedona is noticeably less reliable than the UK average, with a 68.4% first-time MOT pass rate against the typical 80%—and a significant 43% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point, which is a serious buyer concern. Both petrol and diesel versions perform similarly poorly, so fuel choice won't help you dodge reliability issues here.
These Sedonas average 77,907 miles for their age, which is fairly typical, but they're racking up nearly 5 failures and over 20 advisories per test, suggesting accumulated wear and deferred maintenance are the norm rather than the exception. Before buying one, have a trusted independent mechanic inspect the suspension, exhaust system, and electrical components thoroughly—this age and condition profile means surprises are likely.
The 2004 Kia Sedona has a below-average first-time pass rate (68.4% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.
These stats describe 7,356 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.
What tends to go wrong
Across 7,356 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2004.
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Before you buy a 2004 Kia Sedona
Based on MOT data from 7,356 vehicles — here's what to check.
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Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
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| Diesel (98%) | 7,234 | 68.4% | 4.79 |
| Petrol (2%) | 117 | 69.9% | 4.02 |
Colour Breakdown
Based on 40,399 Kia Sedona vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.
Mileage Distribution
Most 2004 Kia Sedona vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2004 Kia Sedona vehicles fall between 60,102 and 90,242 miles.
2004 Kia Sedona — Still on the Road
Numbers are thinning — 5% of 2004 Kia Sedonas are still active.
Numbers are declining — 283 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2023 (5% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2023.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.
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