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GX08 VEA

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,152 mi
Last recorded102,152 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 VEA
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 102,152 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 97,075 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 86,317 miles

Coolant leak requires attention ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage near rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 23 Jun 2023 86,268 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Coolant leak requires attention ()

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage near rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 82,742 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 27 Jun 2022 82,742 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 79,358 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 77,637 miles

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

REAR AXLE VERY RUSTY

Pass 29 Mar 2019 72,018 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 72,017 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 66,791 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 66,786 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 59,980 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Apr 2017 59,980 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 52,035 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 43,816 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 43,154 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 35,600 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 28,415 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 21,376 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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GX08 VEA is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX08 VEA, 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 GX08 VEA registered?

GX08 VEA is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 15 June 2008.

Is GX08 VEA safe to buy?

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