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YP03 KVV

2003 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,333 mi
Last recorded112,333 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Kia Sorento86,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP03 KVV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2014 112,333 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 105,880 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 98,504 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 17 Feb 2012 98,504 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2011 91,800 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 82,981 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 17 Feb 2010 82,711 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2009 71,692 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Mar 2008 61,447 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Mar 2007 52,783 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres cut

Pass 16 Mar 2006 39,115 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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YP03 KVV is a 2003 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YP03 KVV, 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 YP03 KVV registered?

YP03 KVV is a 2003 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is YP03 KVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP03 KVV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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