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EY03 CLU

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,106 mi
Last recorded104,106 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 CLU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 104,106 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Nov 2016 96,099 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 85,886 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel pipes corroded

general underbody corrosion

headlights milky

n/s o/s outer sill covers fitted unable to carry out detailed inspection

oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2014 78,099 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 70,287 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 62,731 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2011 54,711 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 46,587 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 46,587 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 36,500 miles

Offside front tyre worn low on tread on inner edge. (245/70/16H)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 25,644 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 43,575 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Nov 2007 43,575 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 13,381 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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EY03 CLU is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EY03 CLU, 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 EY03 CLU registered?

EY03 CLU is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is EY03 CLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY03 CLU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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