MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,408 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
chassie rusted
front discs rusted
unable to check brake pads
exhaust corroded
front pads getting down
under trays fitted
slight play in stearing
under trays fitted
exhaust corroding
both rear tyres tread low
under trays fitted + engine covers
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?
Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EP03 OLV is a 2003 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 2003 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 56,641 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EP03 OLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Kia Sportage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of EP03 OLV?
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What year was EP03 OLV registered?
EP03 OLV is a 2003 Kia Sportage, first registered on 19 August 2003.
Is EP03 OLV safe to buy?
The MOT history for EP03 OLV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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