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LB08 DDF

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

120,435 mi
Last recorded120,435 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 DDF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2021 120,435 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 116,375 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Apr 2019 109,741 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2019 109,428 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 103,500 miles

Front propshaft rear uj worn

Front tyres feathering inner edges

Fail 13 Apr 2018 103,366 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to ns flexi in clip (3.6.B.2c)

Front propshaft rear uj worn

Front tyres feathering inner edges

Pass 24 Apr 2017 95,077 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 94,726 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 85,470 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 85,470 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 27 Apr 2015 75,366 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 75,366 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 12 May 2014 62,953 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 50,032 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 May 2012 36,053 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 23,910 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 23,910 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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LB08 DDF is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LB08 DDF, 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 LB08 DDF registered?

LB08 DDF is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 21 May 2008.

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