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MF08 XWA

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,096 mi
Last recorded89,096 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 XWA
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2025 89,096 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 88,597 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 87,830 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 86,698 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 84,539 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 81,064 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 75,778 miles

Offside Play in Steering track rod end close to excessive.

Pass 23 Jan 2018 69,859 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 63,833 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 57,543 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 51,365 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 44,929 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 36,182 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 28,078 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 18,885 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 XWA is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XWA, 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

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What year was MF08 XWA registered?

MF08 XWA is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is MF08 XWA safe to buy?

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