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FV03 CXH

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

106,578 mi
Last recorded106,578 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 CXH
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 106,578 miles

front to rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 5 Jun 2014 91,225 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 85,017 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 79,227 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 73,663 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 65,121 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 58,288 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2008 53,499 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 53,499 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 44,136 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 32,622 miles

N/S/F tyre is wearing on outer edges.

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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FV03 CXH is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FV03 CXH, 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 FV03 CXH registered?

FV03 CXH is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 19 August 2003.

Is FV03 CXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 CXH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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