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KR57 JOU

2008 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

97,396 mi
Last recorded97,396 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 JOU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 97,396 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Mar 2025 97,387 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 92,334 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 86,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread pattern 245/70/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge 245/70/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread pattern 245/70/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 82,961 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 2 Feb 2021 78,633 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

brake fluid low but not below minimum

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 10 Feb 2020 75,954 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 72,051 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Feb 2018 67,522 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 62,966 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 57,686 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 52,847 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 47,604 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 43,814 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 39,826 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 35,034 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 JOU is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 JOU, 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 JOU?

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What year was KR57 JOU registered?

KR57 JOU is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 21 February 2008.

Is KR57 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 JOU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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