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LA08 KGP

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

91,157 mi
Last recorded91,157 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 KGP
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 91,157 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 79,707 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 79,705 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 May 2017 73,244 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 63,837 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 55,547 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 46,396 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 36,112 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2012 27,294 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 26,433 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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LA08 KGP is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LA08 KGP, 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 LA08 KGP?

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What year was LA08 KGP registered?

LA08 KGP is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is LA08 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 KGP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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