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AF08 XES

2008 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

114,699 mi
Last recorded114,699 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 XES
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 114,699 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2024 114,696 miles

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 109,948 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 101,675 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 94,736 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Jan 2021 84,321 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 78,319 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 23 Jan 2019 72,889 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 66,441 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

front and rear discs worn

Pass 20 Jan 2017 61,559 miles

Both front tyres are starting to show signs of wear on the inner edges

Pass 14 Jan 2016 54,026 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 47,084 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 38,767 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 37,510 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)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2012 31,559 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 23,873 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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AF08 XES is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Black 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 AF08 XES, 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 AF08 XES registered?

AF08 XES is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is AF08 XES safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 XES 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.

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