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FG58 HBO

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

87,688 mi
Last recorded87,688 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 87,688 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 79,259 miles

steering rack slightly damp

Pass 23 Jul 2021 75,385 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 72,024 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 68,553 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 63,107 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 58,271 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 55,382 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 51,410 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 48,288 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 44,385 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 37,859 miles

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

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

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

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

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

oil leak from o/s/r halfshaft tube area

slight play in front propshaft ubiversal joint

Fail 28 Sep 2012 37,859 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

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

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

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

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

oil leak from o/s/r halfshaft tube area

slight play in front propshaft ubiversal joint

Pass 20 Sep 2011 30,274 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)

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

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 HBO is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FG58 HBO, 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 FG58 HBO registered?

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

Is FG58 HBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG58 HBO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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