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AM08 VRR

2008 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

154,032 mi
Last recorded154,032 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sorento74,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 VRR
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2021 154,032 miles

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Offside Front shock absorber corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear floor corroded

unable to check both outer sills due to trims

Fail 14 Apr 2021 154,013 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced body above chassis (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2020 139,162 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 127,334 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 113,248 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Apr 2018 112,573 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced N/S Lower (3.7.B.6b)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Apr 2017 100,577 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 100,577 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 85,287 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 70,126 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 62,251 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 57,238 miles

nearside front tyre low and wearing on outside edge

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 17 Apr 2012 52,025 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 52,025 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 46,684 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 46,684 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (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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AM08 VRR is a 2008 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AM08 VRR, 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 AM08 VRR registered?

AM08 VRR is a 2008 Kia Sorento, first registered on 23 April 2008.

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