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LR58 RSV

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,944 mi
Last recorded134,944 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 RSV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 134,944 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 May 2024 131,610 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 131,599 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 122,919 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under car (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 116,676 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 108,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 108,662 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn top wishbone balljoint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side very little effort. (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively are markedly worn with deep lip. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 96,385 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 96,349 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 87,991 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 87,991 miles

Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 19 May 2018 87,858 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 82,295 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 75,858 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 May 2015 70,421 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 May 2014 65,740 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 65,739 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 16 Sep 2013 62,041 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 50,620 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 38,150 miles

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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LR58 RSV is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LR58 RSV, 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 LR58 RSV registered?

LR58 RSV is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is LR58 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR58 RSV shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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