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FG08 ASO

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,568 mi
Last recorded112,568 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 ASO
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 112,568 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front brake pads worn slightly more than n/s

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs worn (3.5.1i)

front drive propshaft rear uj worn

Pass 10 Nov 2015 102,427 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear pads (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Nov 2014 93,280 miles

Both front tyres have scrubbed off inner & outer edges

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 93,280 miles

Both front tyres have scrubbed off inner & outer edges

Pass 5 Dec 2013 82,612 miles

Front tyres scrubbing off edges

Pass 2 Dec 2013 82,460 miles

Front tyres scrubbing inner & outer edges

Pass 16 Nov 2012 70,161 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Dec 2011 58,374 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 42,993 miles

front & rear pads worn

offside rear tyre worn to approx 2mm

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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FG08 ASO is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FG08 ASO, 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 FG08 ASO registered?

FG08 ASO is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FG08 ASO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 ASO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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