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FH08 JJV

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,677 mi
Last recorded113,677 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 JJV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 113,677 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 103,634 miles

Advise bottom under tray cover corroded

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 103,634 miles

Advise bottom under tray cover corroded

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 93,095 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 81,518 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 72,623 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 65,073 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 61,969 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 61,969 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2011 50,294 miles

Spare tyre defective

engine oil level slightly low

wear to front and rear brake pads

Fail 19 May 2011 50,254 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre defective

engine oil level slightly low

wear to front and rear brake pads

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 JJV is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FH08 JJV, 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 FH08 JJV registered?

FH08 JJV is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is FH08 JJV safe to buy?

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