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MF08 VNW

2008 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,299 mi
Last recorded117,299 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 VNW
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 117,299 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 117,290 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 109,093 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Aug 2020 109,090 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 102,857 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))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 94,394 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 86,269 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 75,375 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 66,039 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 54,154 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 46,590 miles

rear nearside tyre approaching legal limit and cracking

rear offside tyre on legal limit and cracking

slight oil weep

Pass 30 Aug 2012 38,703 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 37,267 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 29,673 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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MF08 VNW is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 MF08 VNW, 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 MF08 VNW registered?

MF08 VNW is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is MF08 VNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 VNW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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