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FH57 HWA

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,167 mi
Last recorded99,167 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 HWA
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 99,167 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 95,601 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 95,517 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 83,703 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 66,559 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 61,802 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 61,802 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 48,221 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 36,109 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 31,057 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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FH57 HWA is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FH57 HWA, 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

How do I check the history of FH57 HWA?

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What year was FH57 HWA registered?

FH57 HWA is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is FH57 HWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 HWA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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