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BJ08 EXT

2008 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

107,123 mi
Last recorded107,123 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 EXT
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 107,123 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 102,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 97,568 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 93,470 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 90,410 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 89,708 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 86,916 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 83,400 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 79,761 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 76,616 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 71,000 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 64,549 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 64,549 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 May 2013 61,303 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 39,510 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 20,776 miles

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

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

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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BJ08 EXT is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BJ08 EXT, 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 BJ08 EXT registered?

BJ08 EXT is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is BJ08 EXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 EXT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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