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FG08 FGF

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,819 mi
Last recorded100,819 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 FGF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2022 100,819 miles

Both front track rod end dust covers perished

Front brake ferrules corroded

Fail 21 Nov 2022 100,819 miles

Both front track rod end dust covers perished

Front brake ferrules corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 92,298 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 91,211 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 91,211 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 79,691 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 70,143 miles

rear bump stops perished and deteriorated

Pass 26 Jun 2017 60,629 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 57,464 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 51,316 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 51,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 46,962 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 41,029 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 35,360 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 30,232 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 30,232 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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 FGF is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FGF, 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 FGF registered?

FG08 FGF is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is FG08 FGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 FGF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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