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AF53 YDD

2003 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

61,963 mi
Last recorded61,963 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Sportage56,641 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 YDD
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 61,963 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 60,501 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 58,581 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 56,388 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 53,538 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 50,117 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 45,972 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 42,251 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 37,971 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 33,522 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 33,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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AF53 YDD is a 2003 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 56,641 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF53 YDD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Kia Sportage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF53 YDD registered?

AF53 YDD is a 2003 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AF53 YDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 YDD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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