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FE08 ENW

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

80,027 mi
Last recorded80,027 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 ENW
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 80,027 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs rusty due to lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2022 79,696 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2022 79,696 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 78,599 miles

parking brake has slight reserve travel

Fail 5 Mar 2021 78,587 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

parking brake has slight reserve travel

Pass 18 Feb 2020 76,157 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 68,849 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 61,710 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 55,063 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 49,568 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 43,066 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 37,105 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)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 30,201 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 23,936 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 19,097 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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FE08 ENW is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FE08 ENW, 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 FE08 ENW?

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What year was FE08 ENW registered?

FE08 ENW is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is FE08 ENW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 ENW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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