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AO08 TKX

2008 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,468 mi
Last recorded78,468 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 TKX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 78,468 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 78,464 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 76,244 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Mar 2017 74,395 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 70,718 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 68,137 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 68,137 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 66,567 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 57,710 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 48,383 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 39,630 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 31,332 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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AO08 TKX is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 74,812 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 AO08 TKX, 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 18 years old, this Kia Sorento is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO08 TKX?

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What year was AO08 TKX registered?

AO08 TKX is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AO08 TKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 TKX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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