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LC08 YOF

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,329 mi
Last recorded99,329 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 YOF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 99,329 miles

all tyres low

slight play in stering rack tie rod joint n\s

Fail 6 Mar 2021 99,329 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

all tyres low

slight play in stering rack tie rod joint n\s

Pass 16 May 2019 98,515 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 88,891 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 88,891 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 85,626 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 79,685 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 79,685 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2015 73,411 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2014 66,466 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 60,171 miles
Pass 10 May 2012

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

Pass 13 May 2011 44,052 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 YOF is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LC08 YOF, 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 YOF registered?

LC08 YOF is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is LC08 YOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 YOF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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