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LD08 SWF

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

150,247 mi
Last recorded150,247 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 150,247 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 147,190 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 143,858 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight corrosion becoming evident on underbody and components

Pass 26 Mar 2019 137,279 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 133,177 miles

Oil leak engine very bad ()

Fail 26 Apr 2018 133,177 miles

Oil leak engine very bad ()

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 127,046 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 117,737 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/70/16 107h (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2015 104,006 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 86,833 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

front tyre treads getting low

Pass 22 Apr 2013 65,665 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 49,613 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 32,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 SWF 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 92.3%.

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 SWF, 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 LD08 SWF registered?

LD08 SWF is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is LD08 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 SWF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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