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LC08 VKP

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

110,328 mi
Last recorded110,328 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 VKP
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2021 110,328 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 110,322 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 100,632 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 100,632 miles

Central Front Lower Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake lever pivots slightly worn parking brake lever has excessive travel (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 93,237 miles

Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive pump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2019 93,237 miles

Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive pump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 86,046 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 81,230 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 75,589 miles

advise engine oil leak

Fail 16 Dec 2015 75,589 miles

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

advise engine oil leak

Fail 16 Oct 2015 72,929 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2014 59,290 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 53,433 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 53,376 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 43,165 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 37,302 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 23,258 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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LC08 VKP 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 LC08 VKP, 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 LC08 VKP registered?

LC08 VKP is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is LC08 VKP safe to buy?

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