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KY08 XPB

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

94,383 mi
Last recorded94,383 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 XPB
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 94,383 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine/sill covers

Fail 16 Aug 2022 94,381 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine/sill covers

Pass 9 Sep 2021 90,915 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 86,758 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

n/s/r wheel binding slightly

Pass 12 Apr 2019 80,636 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 73,313 miles

brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

Pass 29 Mar 2017 66,443 miles

both front tyres worn

Pass 31 Mar 2016 59,244 miles

both rear tyres worn

Pass 25 Mar 2015 53,444 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 48,039 miles

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

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

both front tyres minor cracking on sidewalls

Pass 11 Apr 2013 42,107 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 31,177 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 30,899 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 22,911 miles

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

Offside Front 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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KY08 XPB is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KY08 XPB, 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

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What year was KY08 XPB registered?

KY08 XPB is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KY08 XPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 XPB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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