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KR57 JKV

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,413 mi
Last recorded47,413 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 JKV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 47,413 miles

general corrosion evident under vehicle

Fail 11 Jul 2018 47,413 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

general corrosion evident under vehicle

Pass 22 Jan 2015 44,010 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 40,530 miles

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

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

o/s/f n/s/r o/s/r tyres perished

Fail 22 Jan 2014 40,529 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

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

o/s/f n/s/r o/s/r tyres perished

Pass 11 Jan 2013 36,542 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 31,408 miles

n/s indicator lamp on trailer socket in/op

trailer fog light in/op

trailer socket insecure

Pass 4 Jan 2011 23,503 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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KR57 JKV is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 KR57 JKV, 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

How do I check the history of KR57 JKV?

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What year was KR57 JKV registered?

KR57 JKV is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is KR57 JKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 JKV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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