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LD08 SVY

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,167 mi
Last recorded115,167 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 SVY
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 115,167 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 105,078 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 98,268 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 93,637 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 93,635 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

nearside rear hub damp

Pass 29 Sep 2014 81,593 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 81,593 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 61,245 miles

boyh front tyres worn on tread edges

Pass 23 May 2012 49,932 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 37,435 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres 3mm approx / both rear tyres 3.5mm approx

Pass 23 May 2011 37,435 miles

both front tyres 3mm approx / both rear tyres 3.5mm approx

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 SVY is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LD08 SVY, 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 LD08 SVY registered?

LD08 SVY is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is LD08 SVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 SVY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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