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LB08 XBE

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

131,508 mi
Last recorded131,508 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 131,508 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 129,628 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 129,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 126,148 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 123,558 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 123,558 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 117,840 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2017 117,840 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Stop lamp not working all lamps (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 111,823 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 103,125 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 90,586 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 88,962 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)

advise front wiper poor .

advise o/s/f tyre has nail in

Fail 21 Jun 2013 88,962 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

advise front wiper poor .

advise o/s/f tyre has nail in

Pass 23 Jun 2012 69,321 miles

advise o/s/r & n/s/r tyres low

Fail 3 Jun 2011 47,642 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 47,642 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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LB08 XBE is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 XBE, 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 XBE registered?

LB08 XBE is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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