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AP53 HFG

2003 Kia Sorento

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,560 mi
Last recorded95,560 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 HFG
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2025 95,560 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 92,640 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 89,164 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 86,457 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 84,874 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 83,334 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 81,545 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 79,752 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 78,413 miles

Nearside Front VERY SLIGHT PLAY IN TRACK ROD

Rear REAR ANTI ROLL BAR LINK BUSHES CRACKING,MORE SO OSR

Pass 15 Nov 2016 74,517 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 71,339 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 66,690 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 60,974 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 55,195 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 47,459 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 40,618 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 34,184 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 29,172 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 23,665 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 19,509 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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AP53 HFG is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 86,292 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 AP53 HFG, 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 23 years old, this Kia Sorento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AP53 HFG?

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What year was AP53 HFG registered?

AP53 HFG is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is AP53 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP53 HFG shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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