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RA03 GJJ

2003 Kia Sorento

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,597 mi
Last recorded137,597 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 GJJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2015 137,597 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 127,323 miles

childs seat fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Feb 2013 117,222 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 103,958 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 89,537 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 73,822 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 59,208 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 56,959 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 48,355 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 36,941 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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RA03 GJJ is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 RA03 GJJ, 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 RA03 GJJ registered?

RA03 GJJ is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 7 June 2003.

Is RA03 GJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA03 GJJ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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