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KP53 GJO

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,419 mi
Last recorded52,419 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 GJO
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 52,419 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 15,900 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 49,321 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 44,475 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 36,546 miles
Pass 9 May 2019
Pass 14 Jun 2017 26,190 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 26,179 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 25,531 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 25,152 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 23,328 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 19,797 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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KP53 GJO is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KP53 GJO, 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 KP53 GJO registered?

KP53 GJO is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is KP53 GJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 GJO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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