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GJ03 HHB

2003 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

67,847 mi
Last recorded67,847 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ03 HHB
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 67,847 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and offside front (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 61,617 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and offside front (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 59,787 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and offside front (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 55,595 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and offside front (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and offside rear inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 50,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 50,089 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 50,089 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 49,754 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 19 Mar 2020 49,015 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 49,008 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2019 48,131 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 47,545 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 45,880 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 44,117 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 44,117 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 42,291 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 41,061 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 41,061 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 38,421 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 35,992 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 32,738 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 29,944 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 25,870 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 21,689 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 17,563 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 13,441 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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GJ03 HHB is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GJ03 HHB, 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 GJ03 HHB registered?

GJ03 HHB is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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The MOT history for GJ03 HHB shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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