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KN58 EFK

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

121,788 mi
Last recorded121,788 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN58 EFK
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 121,788 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Jul 2017 121,788 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 117,057 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 117,000 miles

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Fail 15 Jun 2015 111,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front propshaft uj worn

Pass 15 Jun 2015 111,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

front propshaft uj worn

Pass 12 Jun 2014 107,208 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 107,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 29 May 2013 101,625 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 May 2013 101,625 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 93,387 miles

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

SPARE TYRE LOW ON PRESSURE

TRAVEL IN HAND BRAKE LEAVER

Pass 20 Sep 2011 73,486 miles

TRAVEL IN HAND BRAKE LEAVER

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

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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KN58 EFK is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 KN58 EFK, 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 KN58 EFK registered?

KN58 EFK is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is KN58 EFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN58 EFK shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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