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SR53 RXJ

2003 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

159,898 mi
Last recorded159,898 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR53 RXJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 159,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre starting to perish

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 Feb 2017 159,724 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre starting to perish

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 150,019 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/70R16 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/70R16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2015 139,743 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 126,549 miles

both rear anti roll bar links slightly distorted

slight binding on n/s front brake

Fail 24 Dec 2013 126,533 miles

Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 12 Dec 2013 126,513 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2012 115,749 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2011 105,039 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 92,973 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2009 78,446 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 78,446 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 63,526 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 63,526 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 43,610 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 43,610 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 33,528 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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SR53 RXJ is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SR53 RXJ, 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.

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What year was SR53 RXJ registered?

SR53 RXJ is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 22 December 2003.

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