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BL57 HVX

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

119,399 mi
Last recorded119,399 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 HVX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 119,399 miles

Front Tyres worn on outer edges

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 100,230 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 78,637 miles

rear tyres perished on sidewall

Pass 31 Oct 2014 70,912 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

long handbrake travel

Pass 1 Nov 2013 61,123 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 61,123 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 52,530 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges & close to wear indicators

Pass 17 Oct 2011 43,943 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 38,539 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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BL57 HVX is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HVX, 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 HVX?

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What year was BL57 HVX registered?

BL57 HVX is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BL57 HVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 HVX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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