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FG53 UTX

2003 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,130 mi
Last recorded51,130 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 UTX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 51,130 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rears (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 May 2026 51,118 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rears (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 May 2025 49,488 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 May 2024 45,475 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 45,475 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2023 43,208 miles
Fail 24 May 2023 43,208 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2022 40,508 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 36,337 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 33,323 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 30,776 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 29,782 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 26,235 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 22,232 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 21,989 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 20,308 miles

Slight bind on nearside rear brake

Pass 8 Mar 2013 17,717 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 16,031 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 14,304 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 12,323 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2009 12,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 10,586 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 8,697 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 7,037 miles

headlight covers fitted

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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FG53 UTX is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG53 UTX, 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 FG53 UTX registered?

FG53 UTX is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is FG53 UTX safe to buy?

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