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FV53 MZU

2003 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,939 mi
Last recorded82,939 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 MZU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 82,939 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2019 82,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 May 2018 69,179 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 69,179 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement causing heavy bind (3.5.1k)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 67,421 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 64,551 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 59,664 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 59,663 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 56,359 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 52,069 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 48,272 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 43,829 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 39,204 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 34,576 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 30,017 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 23,945 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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FV53 MZU is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FV53 MZU, 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.

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What year was FV53 MZU registered?

FV53 MZU is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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The MOT history for FV53 MZU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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