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BN08 KPJ

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

110,239 mi
Last recorded110,239 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 KPJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 110,239 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes across rear axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear seats and rear seat belts removed at time of test

Fail 17 Jan 2022 110,239 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes across rear axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

rear seats and rear seat belts removed at time of test

Pass 16 Nov 2020 108,204 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 108,169 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake lever (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 106,081 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 101,623 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 93,537 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 84,557 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 84,557 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 82,159 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 82,155 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 73,465 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 64,067 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 64,067 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 54,449 miles

both rear tyres starting to split and crack .

Pass 26 Feb 2013 51,797 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 46,432 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 44,245 miles

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

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

slight damage to n/s/r of vehicle

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 KPJ is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KPJ, 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 KPJ registered?

BN08 KPJ is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BN08 KPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 KPJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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