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BN08 KOU

2008 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

108,365 mi
Last recorded108,365 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 KOU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 108,365 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 104,047 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, rear section adjacent to fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, rear section adjacent to fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 98,985 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 98,985 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 94,063 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 89,407 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 82,361 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 71,676 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 61,534 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 51,694 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 42,337 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 30,854 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BN08 KOU is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BN08 KOU, 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 BN08 KOU registered?

BN08 KOU is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is BN08 KOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 KOU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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