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FM57 FYZ

2008 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

149,036 mi
Last recorded149,036 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 FYZ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2019 149,036 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 141,363 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 134,421 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 128,602 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking in tread

Offside Front tyre cracking in tread and wearing on inner edge

Fail 7 Dec 2016 128,602 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front tyre cracking in tread

Offside Front tyre cracking in tread and wearing on inner edge

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 120,552 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 113,508 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 104,541 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 95,669 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 87,846 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 79,866 miles

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

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

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

Offside 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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FM57 FYZ is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FM57 FYZ, 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 FM57 FYZ registered?

FM57 FYZ is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 January 2008.

Is FM57 FYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 FYZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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