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LD58 YFE

2008 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

134,218 mi
Last recorded134,218 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD58 YFE
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2021 134,218 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

advise offside hand brake

plastic covers on sills

slight oil leak arount steering rack gaiter offside

Fail 13 Oct 2021 134,218 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake flex (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

advise offside hand brake

slight oil leak arount steering rack gaiter

slight oil leak arount steering rack gaiter offside

Pass 20 Oct 2020 131,031 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2020 131,014 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 126,766 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 126,766 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 113,027 miles

brake pipes have been greased

front number plate cracked

rear brake discs starting to corrode pads 60% worn

slight movement in nsf and osr drop links

Pass 19 Jan 2018 94,419 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 74,717 miles

both rear tyres have slight cracks in tread pattern

Fail 26 Jan 2017 74,717 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear tyres have slight cracks in tread pattern

Pass 28 Jan 2016 57,801 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 57,801 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 49,492 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 38,273 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 26,570 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2012 21,446 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre tread wear should be kept under observation

Pass 9 Jan 2012 21,446 miles

Tyre tread wear should be kept under observation

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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LD58 YFE is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LD58 YFE, 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 LD58 YFE registered?

LD58 YFE is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 December 2008.

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