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FH08 DPF

2008 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,014 mi
Last recorded74,014 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 DPF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2021 74,014 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 69,698 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 69,698 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 63,792 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 57,591 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 52,008 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 46,332 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 36,995 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 27,915 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 19,009 miles

slight distortion on n/s/f and o/s/f and o/s/r discs

Fail 9 May 2013 19,009 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight distortion on n/s/f and o/s/f and o/s/r discs

Pass 10 May 2012 15,998 miles

small cut in nsr outer tyre wall small cut in nsf outer tyre wall

Pass 27 May 2011 12,591 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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FH08 DPF is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FH08 DPF, 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 FH08 DPF registered?

FH08 DPF is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is FH08 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 DPF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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