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GL52 VUU

2003 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

180,932 mi
Last recorded180,932 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 VUU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2015 180,932 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

patches of corrosion

Fail 4 Apr 2014 161,836 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

sill covers fitted

underside corrosion

Pass 4 Apr 2014 161,836 miles

sill covers fitted

underside corrosion

Pass 12 Feb 2013 135,408 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 135,408 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 110,107 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

patches of corrosion

Fail 15 Feb 2012 110,107 miles

Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

patches of corrosion

Pass 9 Feb 2011 88,703 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 69,600 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 69,600 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 50,404 miles

front brake pads low

rear anti roll bar d bushes worn

Fail 20 Jan 2009 50,404 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2008 45,214 miles

all tyers wearing close to limit

Pass 26 Jan 2007 33,046 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 33,046 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 18,558 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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GL52 VUU is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL52 VUU, 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 GL52 VUU registered?

GL52 VUU is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is GL52 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 VUU shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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