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BT08 XUP

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,898 mi
Last recorded135,898 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 XUP
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2021 135,898 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 122,164 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 122,164 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 110,307 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 94,779 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 94,779 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 81,647 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 66,028 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 51,748 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 43,739 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

slight misting on steering rack

Pass 28 Jun 2012 36,797 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 30,078 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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BT08 XUP is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BT08 XUP, 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.

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What year was BT08 XUP registered?

BT08 XUP is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is BT08 XUP safe to buy?

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