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FG58 SGX

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

69,677 mi
Last recorded69,677 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 69,677 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 67,102 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 63,202 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 63,202 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 61,316 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 59,757 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 59,757 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 57,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear handbrake binding slighty. braking system may require adustment

Pass 3 Dec 2019 55,908 miles

Nearside Front tyre is worn smooth/bald on the outer edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

esp system meets test standard but has a fault,presenter is aware and been notified of fault?

Fail 2 Dec 2019 55,900 miles

Brake performance not tested esp light on may cause damage to vehicle (1.2.1 (g))

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front tyre is worn smooth/bald on the outer edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 52,171 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 52,171 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2017 47,924 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 47,924 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 42,710 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 38,718 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 34,997 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 29,787 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 29,787 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 23,281 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 23,279 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 19,270 miles

Nail in front 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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FG58 SGX is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SGX, 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 SGX registered?

FG58 SGX is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 22 October 2008.

Is FG58 SGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG58 SGX shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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