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FP08 OFO

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

111,879 mi
Last recorded111,879 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 OFO
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 111,879 miles

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

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

Fail 1 May 2024 111,879 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 106,747 miles

ESP off light illuminated. Not indicating a fault with ESP

Fail 24 Apr 2023 106,747 miles

Front Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

ESP off light illuminated. Not indicating a fault with ESP

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

Pass 3 May 2022 101,695 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside headlamp washer jet broken

spare tyre flat and loose

Pass 27 Apr 2021 95,234 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 95,234 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 May 2020 88,479 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 80,239 miles

Trailer electrical socket insecure mounting bracket corroded (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 71,697 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 62,170 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 52,052 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 44,913 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 39,139 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 33,976 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 29,842 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 20,483 miles

n/s/r tyre has a deep cut cords are visual but cut not long anough to fail

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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FP08 OFO is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FP08 OFO, 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 FP08 OFO?

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What year was FP08 OFO registered?

FP08 OFO is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is FP08 OFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 OFO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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