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MA53 HVX

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,130 mi
Last recorded40,130 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA53 HVX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2023 40,130 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

suspension components corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2022 35,508 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 35,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Lowest tread measuring between 2mm-1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear anti roll bar linkage bushes are perishing but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Trailer electrical socket housing is corroded but not excessively

Pass 23 Aug 2019 33,842 miles

nearside front tyre worn low on outside edge

Pass 17 Aug 2018 33,290 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 30,601 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 28,035 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 25,782 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 23,755 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 22,917 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 22,018 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 20,204 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 18,954 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 16,846 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 13,726 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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MA53 HVX is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MA53 HVX, 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 MA53 HVX registered?

MA53 HVX is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is MA53 HVX safe to buy?

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