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LD08 SFY

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2022
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,480 mi
Last recorded62,480 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 SFY
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 May 2021 62,480 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 60,642 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 60,472 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 56,714 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2015 51,922 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

both front tyres starting to crack within tread pattern

front tyres worn to inner edges

Pass 8 Apr 2014 49,237 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 37,951 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 28,100 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 22,334 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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LD08 SFY is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LD08 SFY, 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

How do I check the history of LD08 SFY?

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What year was LD08 SFY registered?

LD08 SFY is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is LD08 SFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 SFY shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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