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LA08 VLG

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

76,978 mi
Last recorded76,978 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2018 76,978 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 75,540 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 70,921 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 62,064 miles

parking brake performance just meets requirments

Pass 22 Jan 2015 46,100 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 35,444 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 32,721 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 32,721 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Towbar fixing obviously of an inappropriate size (6.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2012 25,448 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 20,492 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 VLG 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 VLG, 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 VLG?

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What year was LA08 VLG registered?

LA08 VLG is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is LA08 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 VLG 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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