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GP08 FLP

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

92,008 mi
Last recorded92,008 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 FLP
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 92,008 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 Nov 2018 92,008 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 83,458 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6 mm limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all 4 tyres are perishing

Fail 8 Nov 2017 83,458 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6 mm limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all 4 tyres are perishing

Pass 9 Nov 2016 75,769 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer & inner edges

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 7 Dec 2015 69,808 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 69,808 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 61,195 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 61,182 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 52,897 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 44,409 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 17 Feb 2012 39,921 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 39,921 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 29,358 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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GP08 FLP is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GP08 FLP, 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 GP08 FLP registered?

GP08 FLP is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GP08 FLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 FLP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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