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HF53 FTA

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,471 mi
Last recorded54,471 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 FTA
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2010 54,471 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 47,980 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 41,838 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 32,470 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 11 Sep 2007 32,470 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Sep 2006 22,608 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 22,608 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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HF53 FTA is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HF53 FTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF53 FTA registered?

HF53 FTA is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is HF53 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 FTA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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