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RE08 ZHU

2008 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

146,767 mi
Last recorded146,767 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 ZHU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 146,767 miles

front pads wearing low

rear axle corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2016 134,715 miles

no emission print out

tested wet

Fail 20 Apr 2015 121,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

front pads wearing low

no print out on emissions

Pass 20 Apr 2015 121,745 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

front pads wearing low

no print out on emissions

Pass 15 May 2014 108,228 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 94,054 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 May 2013 94,053 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2012 78,058 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 58,534 miles

Front brake discs worn and lipped

Front suspension weak

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 5 May 2011 58,534 miles

Front brake discs worn and lipped

Front suspension weak

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RE08 ZHU is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RE08 ZHU, 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.

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What year was RE08 ZHU registered?

RE08 ZHU is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is RE08 ZHU safe to buy?

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