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MM08 HLG

2008 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

65,815 mi
Last recorded65,815 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM08 HLG
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 65,815 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 64,998 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 63,371 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 61,748 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 59,622 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 57,241 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 56,585 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 53,750 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 50,164 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 46,144 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 41,966 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 36,729 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 33,120 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 29,900 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 25,974 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 25,974 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 HLG is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HLG, 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 MM08 HLG?

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What year was MM08 HLG registered?

MM08 HLG is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 28 August 2008.

Is MM08 HLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM08 HLG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MM08 HLG have outstanding finance?

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