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KV08 VWF

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,113 mi
Last recorded98,113 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 VWF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 98,113 miles

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OS and NS arch’s corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2025 98,071 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values Emissions limit 0.8, applied 0.85 measured in excess of 3.5m3 (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OS and NS arch’s corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 88,139 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 88,133 miles

Brake pivot has restricted free movement both on rear axle (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel pipe (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 80,990 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 75,532 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 75,531 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 69,855 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Fail 1 Dec 2021 69,837 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 20 Nov 2020 63,384 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2019 58,769 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 56,133 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 52,455 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 48,677 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 44,882 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 42,142 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 39,088 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 35,452 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 33,752 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 26,317 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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KV08 VWF is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KV08 VWF, 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 KV08 VWF registered?

KV08 VWF is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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