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FG08 SVJ

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,985 mi
Last recorded84,985 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 84,985 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also has nail (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear corrosion to n/s and o/s inner sills

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced throught has corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting also tow bar frame has corrosion (6.1.6 (i) (i))

front and rear suspension components corroding

fuel pipes rusty

Fail 1 Jun 2026 84,982 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also has nail (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear corrosion to n/s and o/s inner sills

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced throught has corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting also tow bar frame has corrosion (6.1.6 (i) (i))

front and rear suspension components corroding

Pass 23 May 2025 81,894 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Corrosion appearing on most areas of chassis, also front & rear suspension components.

Pass 23 May 2024 78,588 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 75,647 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 72,302 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 68,687 miles

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner tread

Slight corrosion on tow bar

Pass 22 Jun 2020 64,847 miles

Corrosion & flaking paint on tow bar assembly

Pass 30 May 2019 59,666 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 53,010 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 46,259 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 46,257 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 38,997 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 27 May 2015 31,763 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 26,689 miles

handbrake qudrant partially siezed

Pass 18 Jun 2013 24,299 miles

o/s wiper split

Pass 29 May 2012 21,300 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 19,304 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 SVJ is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 SVJ, 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.

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What year was FG08 SVJ registered?

FG08 SVJ is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is FG08 SVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 SVJ shows 18 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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