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MK53 EBV

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Petrol 3497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,340 mi
Last recorded54,340 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 EBV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2011 54,340 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 49,775 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 42,108 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 36,337 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 30,165 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 22,207 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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MK53 EBV is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 3,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 MK53 EBV, 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 MK53 EBV registered?

MK53 EBV is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is MK53 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK53 EBV shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MK53 EBV have outstanding finance?

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