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FG08 RZD

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,883 mi
Last recorded99,883 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 99,883 miles

Brake fluid slightly low in resivior

Fail 26 Oct 2018 99,873 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid slightly low in resivior

Pass 1 Nov 2017 96,132 miles

O/S/F tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 Aug 2017 96,068 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit ...worn smooth, ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 92,894 miles

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

Offside Front damp around steering rack gaitor,no leak visible at time of test.

Pass 24 Aug 2015 88,925 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 84,202 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 79,377 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 74,258 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 72,774 miles

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

Offside Rear 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 RZD is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RZD, 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 RZD registered?

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

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