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SB53 NHO

2003 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,230 mi
Last recorded113,230 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 NHO
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2013 113,230 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 96,567 miles

rear disc badly pitted

Pass 17 Jan 2011 86,081 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 95,323 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 69,393 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2007 62,410 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 48,688 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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SB53 NHO is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 SB53 NHO, 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

How do I check the history of SB53 NHO?

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What year was SB53 NHO registered?

SB53 NHO is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is SB53 NHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB53 NHO shows 7 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 SB53 NHO have outstanding finance?

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