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EA03 XFX

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

91,183 mi
Last recorded91,183 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 XFX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Jan 2026 91,183 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 89,526 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 88,434 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 87,211 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 85,519 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 83,989 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 82,675 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 80,775 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 78,819 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 76,669 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 73,996 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 71,660 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 68,652 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 64,638 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 60,628 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 55,531 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 50,732 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 45,298 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 37,743 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 32,508 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 25,660 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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EA03 XFX is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 EA03 XFX, 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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What year was EA03 XFX registered?

EA03 XFX is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is EA03 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA03 XFX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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