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LG08 YBU

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

124,782 mi
Last recorded124,782 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 YBU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 124,782 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under body slightly corrosion

Fail 28 Jul 2021 124,782 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

under body slightly corrosion

Pass 29 Jun 2020 123,808 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 121,131 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 111,806 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 103,059 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 93,658 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 84,480 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 84,480 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 73,931 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 59,099 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 46,948 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2011 34,621 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil leak

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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LG08 YBU 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 84.6%.

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 LG08 YBU, 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 LG08 YBU?

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What year was LG08 YBU registered?

LG08 YBU is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is LG08 YBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 YBU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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