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FG58 DWZ

2008 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

145,915 mi
Last recorded145,915 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 DWZ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 145,915 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2017 145,912 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 134,277 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 115,433 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 100,559 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 8 Dec 2014 100,559 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 17 Dec 2013 82,774 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)

Fail 17 Dec 2013 82,774 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 66,888 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 48,396 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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FG58 DWZ is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FG58 DWZ, 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 FG58 DWZ registered?

FG58 DWZ is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is FG58 DWZ safe to buy?

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