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HV08 KXG

2008 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

122,167 mi
Last recorded122,167 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 KXG
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 122,167 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 114,981 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 114,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 108,125 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))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 101,797 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 101,794 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both short rear brake pipes on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 May 2019 90,889 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 90,889 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2018 83,135 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 83,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 May 2017 75,199 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 65,290 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 56,079 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 47,588 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 40,361 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 32,829 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 24,351 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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HV08 KXG is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HV08 KXG, 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.

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What year was HV08 KXG registered?

HV08 KXG is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HV08 KXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 KXG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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