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LE57 NCD

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,597 mi
Last recorded87,597 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE57 NCD
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 87,597 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 76,705 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2024 76,704 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 68,229 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Dash cam (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 59,386 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 58,183 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2022 58,179 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 55,519 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 54,111 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 51,715 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/65/17 - stepped tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 48,729 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 47,385 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 47,383 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 46,261 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 44,469 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 44,469 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 40,883 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 37,367 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 37,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 31,401 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 24,465 miles

Engine covers fitted to vehicle

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Plastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

Vehicle tested in wet conditions

Pass 18 Mar 2011 24,465 miles

Engine covers fitted to vehicle

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Plastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

Vehicle tested in wet conditions

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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LE57 NCD is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 LE57 NCD, 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 LE57 NCD registered?

LE57 NCD is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 25 February 2008.

Is LE57 NCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE57 NCD shows 22 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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