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BL57 HVT

2008 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,782 mi
Last recorded83,782 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 HVT
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 83,782 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 73,787 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 65,684 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 65,684 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 59,174 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 30 Mar 2012 43,921 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 22,924 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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BL57 HVT is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BL57 HVT, 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 BL57 HVT?

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What year was BL57 HVT registered?

BL57 HVT is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is BL57 HVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 HVT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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