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FM57 WJU

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,946 mi
Last recorded119,946 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 WJU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 119,946 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 119,945 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 117,070 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 111,818 miles

signs of general dryness corrosion to underbody and components

Fail 30 Sep 2021 111,814 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

signs of general dryness corrosion to underbody and components

Pass 28 Oct 2020 108,391 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2019 101,055 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 May 2019 101,051 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side binding , cable corroded and not releasing park brake (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2019 100,875 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side binding , cable corroded and not releasing park brake (1.4.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2018 93,256 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 84,298 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 76,033 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 67,460 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 62,231 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 54,838 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 47,796 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 42,946 miles

advise oil leak under the vehicle

Pass 10 Jan 2011 38,669 miles

Oil leak

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 WJU is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WJU, 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 WJU registered?

FM57 WJU is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is FM57 WJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 WJU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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