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LC57 RNZ

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

76,100 mi
Last recorded76,100 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 RNZ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 76,100 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 74,738 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 72,683 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 70,524 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 70,524 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 68,840 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished inside treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 67,370 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 67,368 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2020 65,902 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 63,367 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 59,095 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 54,804 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 50,899 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 47,206 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 42,355 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 37,073 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 32,903 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 27,265 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 27,213 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside 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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LC57 RNZ is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LC57 RNZ, 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

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What year was LC57 RNZ registered?

LC57 RNZ is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is LC57 RNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC57 RNZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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