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EX53 HFK

2004 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

153,666 mi
Last recorded153,666 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Kia Sorento83,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 HFK
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 153,666 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlight/aim poor

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2016 153,658 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlight/aim poor

Pass 17 Aug 2015 142,818 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 136,243 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 126,159 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 126,159 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jul 2012 111,252 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 98,724 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 83,239 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 69,932 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 58,352 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 46,292 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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EX53 HFK is a 2004 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EX53 HFK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EX53 HFK?

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What year was EX53 HFK registered?

EX53 HFK is a 2004 Kia Sorento, first registered on 10 February 2004.

Is EX53 HFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 HFK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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