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DG03 XRV

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

165,985 mi
Last recorded165,985 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 XRV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 165,985 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 163,342 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 155,728 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing sll (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2019 155,726 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment hand brake (1.1.15 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing sll (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 151,273 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 147,313 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 141,723 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 133,249 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 127,916 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 122,042 miles

air bag light staying on

Pass 4 Jan 2012 115,319 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 112,616 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 112,184 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 98,094 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 78,226 miles

front number plate cracked

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre close to legal limit

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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DG03 XRV is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc 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 DG03 XRV, 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 DG03 XRV registered?

DG03 XRV is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 18 March 2003.

Is DG03 XRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG03 XRV 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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