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MM08 EWH

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,507 mi
Last recorded132,507 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM08 EWH
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 132,507 miles

slight play in steering rack end near side front

Pass 25 Jul 2015 125,992 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2014 113,381 miles

general corrosion to vehicles underbody

underside of vehicle wet at time of test

Pass 25 Jul 2013 95,125 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2012 83,541 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2012 83,537 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2011 61,042 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MM08 EWH is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 MM08 EWH, 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 MM08 EWH registered?

MM08 EWH is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is MM08 EWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM08 EWH shows 7 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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