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GF53 VHA

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

229,388 mi
Last recorded229,388 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 VHA
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2018 229,388 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 198,238 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 171,020 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 137,469 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 137,469 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 120,982 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 120,981 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod missing (2.4.G.1)

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Oct 2011 109,089 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 28 Oct 2010 95,083 miles

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

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

Rear numberplate slightly deteriorated.

Pass 3 Nov 2009 82,605 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 70,091 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 70,091 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 58,296 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 44,978 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 44,978 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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GF53 VHA is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GF53 VHA, 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 GF53 VHA registered?

GF53 VHA is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is GF53 VHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 VHA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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