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DC03 YBP

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC03 YBP
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017
Pass 20 Feb 2016 121,773 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 111,131 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 111,131 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 98,917 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 98,917 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 80,128 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 73,777 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Jan 2012 73,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 67,965 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 60,719 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 52,495 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 39,551 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 29,453 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 18,080 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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DC03 YBP is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DC03 YBP, 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

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What year was DC03 YBP registered?

DC03 YBP is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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