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MM57 GWV

2008 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

111,245 mi
Last recorded111,245 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM57 GWV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2024 111,245 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 104,521 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 97,524 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3.0mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3.0mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 91,450 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 85,565 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 78,127 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 78,127 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 70,457 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 63,464 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 56,281 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 56,281 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 49,237 miles

pads , nearside rear slight binding

Pass 23 Jan 2014 41,157 miles

front pads ,rear tyres .

Pass 15 Jan 2013 34,818 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 34,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

uneven tyre wear

Pass 17 Jan 2012 27,764 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 18,773 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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MM57 GWV is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MM57 GWV, 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 MM57 GWV registered?

MM57 GWV is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is MM57 GWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM57 GWV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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