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ET53 MWD

2004 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

120,101 mi
Last recorded120,101 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 MWD
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 120,101 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 113,020 miles

Inner sills very rusty but not holed

Plastic sill covers fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Jan 2017 104,660 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2017 104,660 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 98,037 miles

both rear springs corroded

corrosion on body/slam panel not affecting vehicle structure but recommend repair

slight corrosion on front and rear brake pipes

Pass 6 Jan 2015 87,971 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 81,453 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 76,138 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 71,226 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 66,490 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 59,278 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 50,181 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 41,841 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 31,677 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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ET53 MWD is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2004 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 83,531 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 ET53 MWD, 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 22 years old, this Kia Sorento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ET53 MWD registered?

ET53 MWD is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is ET53 MWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 MWD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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