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DF03 YDD

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

91,185 mi
Last recorded91,185 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 YDD
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 91,185 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 88,594 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 85,918 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 82,776 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 80,021 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 71,382 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 67,516 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 64,098 miles

handbrake close to end of travel

Pass 8 Jul 2010 60,965 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 56,485 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 56,457 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 53,958 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 47,003 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 37,295 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 33,433 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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DF03 YDD 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 93.3%.

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 DF03 YDD, 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 DF03 YDD registered?

DF03 YDD is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is DF03 YDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 YDD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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