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LC57 RPX

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

121,526 mi
Last recorded121,526 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 121,526 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 105,915 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 105,914 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2017 95,897 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 95,897 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 87,204 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 87,204 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2016 84,132 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 67,259 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 55,522 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 40,065 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 26,731 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 12,262 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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LC57 RPX 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 LC57 RPX, 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 RPX registered?

LC57 RPX is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 22 February 2008.

Is LC57 RPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC57 RPX 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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