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SB08 FSG

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,549 mi
Last recorded107,549 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 FSG
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2016 107,549 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 105,346 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 93,653 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 80,741 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2013 69,329 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 56,614 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2011 41,552 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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SB08 FSG 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 100%.

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 SB08 FSG, 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 SB08 FSG registered?

SB08 FSG is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is SB08 FSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 FSG shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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