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AY08 XJU

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,330 mi
Last recorded98,330 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 XJU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2022 98,330 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc corroded but not affecting brakes (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 88,483 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 83,897 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 76,841 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

top covers under trays sill covers fitted and all appear to have been under sealed in places

Pass 12 Dec 2018 75,551 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 75,420 miles

oil leak

Pass 2 Jan 2015 65,270 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 64,180 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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AY08 XJU is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AY08 XJU, 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

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What year was AY08 XJU registered?

AY08 XJU is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AY08 XJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 XJU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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