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GL03 WFZ

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,059 mi
Last recorded144,059 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 WFZ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 144,059 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 144,059 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 May 2008 134,033 miles

front registration plate deteriorating

Pass 31 May 2006 97,663 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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GL03 WFZ is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL03 WFZ, 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 GL03 WFZ registered?

GL03 WFZ is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 21 June 2003.

Is GL03 WFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 WFZ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL03 WFZ have outstanding finance?

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