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FG58 EDR

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

97,451 mi
Last recorded97,451 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 EDR
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 97,451 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 97,451 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 95,282 miles

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

parking brake efficiency just met

Pass 8 Sep 2023 91,624 miles

Various slight corrosion areas on underside

Fail 31 Aug 2023 91,622 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Various slight corrosion areas on underside

Pass 30 Aug 2022 87,592 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2022 87,592 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 83,101 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 79,896 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured Near battery (4.11 (a) (i))

N/s/f outer c.v boot coated in grease

O/s/f brake pipe is slightly corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2020 79,896 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured Near battery (4.11 (a) (i))

N/s/f outer c.v boot coated in grease

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

O/s/f brake pipe is slightly corroded

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 76,836 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 76,834 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 72,238 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 72,237 miles

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 66,406 miles

handbrake lever near end of travel

Pass 23 Aug 2016 60,231 miles

All brake pipes have slight corrosion

Both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Brake pedal rubber slightly worn

O/s/f tyre worn slightly on inner edge

Fail 23 Aug 2016 60,231 miles

All brake pipes have slight corrosion

Both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

O/s/f tyre worn slightly on inner edge

Pass 24 Aug 2015 53,935 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 53,935 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 47,607 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 40,414 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 34,180 miles

All 4 tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 8 Sep 2011 24,824 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 8 Sep 2011 24,824 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 EDR is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EDR, 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 EDR registered?

FG58 EDR is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is FG58 EDR safe to buy?

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