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DE53 JJL

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,860 mi
Last recorded26,860 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2007
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 JJL
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2007 26,860 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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DE53 JJL is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 DE53 JJL, 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.

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How do I check the history of DE53 JJL?

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What year was DE53 JJL registered?

DE53 JJL is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is DE53 JJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 JJL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE53 JJL have outstanding finance?

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