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FE58 XEP

2008 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

85,735 mi
Last recorded85,735 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 XEP
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 85,735 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2026 85,735 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 79,325 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 74,470 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

General underbody corrosion, all suspension components & rear axle

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint Off side front ram (2.1.5 (a))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both front belts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front, near side rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Near side rear (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Off side front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 74,470 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

General underbody corrosion, all suspension components & rear axle

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. Off side front (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint Off side front ram (2.1.5 (a))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both front belts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front, near side rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Near side rear (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Off side front (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 May 2023 71,545 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 71,545 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 70,236 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 66,397 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 63,236 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 59,864 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 59,864 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 54,716 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 54,716 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 48,960 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 43,894 miles

Nearside Rear 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 26 Oct 2015 39,251 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 34,024 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 28,786 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 20,134 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 20,134 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 10,729 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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FE58 XEP is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FE58 XEP, 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 FE58 XEP registered?

FE58 XEP is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is FE58 XEP safe to buy?

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