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FY08 VCT

2008 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

157,046 mi
Last recorded157,046 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 VCT
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 157,046 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 157,046 miles

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 154,333 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs corroded and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly sticks on after lever released (1.3.1 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 154,333 miles

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

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

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs corroded and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly sticks on after lever released (1.3.1 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 148,779 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 144,729 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 23 Apr 2018 144,729 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Apr 2017 139,248 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 134,142 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 130,526 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 90,714 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 18 Feb 2013 52,921 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 26,252 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 19,825 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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FY08 VCT is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FY08 VCT, 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 FY08 VCT registered?

FY08 VCT is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is FY08 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 VCT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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