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FM57 VVE

2008 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,471 mi
Last recorded79,471 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 VVE
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2024 79,471 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 76,249 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 72,052 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 68,594 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 66,223 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 61,937 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 58,432 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 56,789 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 53,363 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 47,758 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 43,774 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 37,142 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 32,706 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 26,831 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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FM57 VVE is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VVE, 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 FM57 VVE?

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What year was FM57 VVE registered?

FM57 VVE is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is FM57 VVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 VVE shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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