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PL57 MSU

2008 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

100,723 mi
Last recorded100,723 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 MSU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 100,723 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive intercooler area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 95,392 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 93,671 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 3 Jun 2019 89,370 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 89,370 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2018 86,166 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 22 May 2017 82,495 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 78,141 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 74,020 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 74,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 69,021 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 55,385 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 55,377 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 48,967 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 39,280 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 33,578 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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PL57 MSU 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 81.3%.

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 PL57 MSU, 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 PL57 MSU?

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What year was PL57 MSU registered?

PL57 MSU is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 9 February 2008.

Is PL57 MSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL57 MSU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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