2008 KIA Sedona 2.9L Diesel · LB08 DTZ
2008 KIA Sedona (2.9L, diesel). First registered 03 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 95,465 miles. MOT expired on 16 Aug 2023.
- Make & Model
- KIA SEDONA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Aug 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,465 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LB08 DTZ Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/08/2022
- 95,465 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LB08 DTZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Kia Sedona (LB08 DTZ) between July 2011 and August 2022.
The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 16 August 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Windscreen (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
LB08 DTZ Mileage History
- 14/07/201124,391 mi
- 14/07/201124,391 mi
- 27/07/201230,548 mi+6,157 mi
- 27/07/201230,548 mi
- 26/07/201338,479 mi+7,931 mi
- 29/07/201338,526 mi+47 mi
- 25/07/201446,887 mi+8,361 mi
- 25/07/201446,887 mi
- 28/07/201556,654 mi+9,767 mi
- 30/07/201556,691 mi+37 mi
- 27/07/201666,303 mi+9,612 mi
- 27/07/201775,640 mi+9,337 mi
- 27/07/201775,640 mi
- 12/07/201881,749 mi+6,109 mi
- 23/07/201987,590 mi+5,841 mi
- 23/07/202091,664 mi+4,074 mi
- 27/07/202091,749 mi+85 mi
- 18/08/202194,618 mi+2,869 mi
- 16/08/202295,465 mi+847 mi
Average of roughly 6,408 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Sedona
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: KIA SEDONA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rear Auxiliary Heater Underbody Pipe Corrosion and Coolant Loss(Serious)
The Sedona features a dedicated rear passenger heater matrix supplied by metal coolant lines routed along the underside of the vehicle chassis. Exposed directly to road salt, grit spray, and damp UK winter conditions, these steel pipes corrode and eventually develop pinhole perforations. Coolant leaks out rapidly beneath the car, leading to sudden engine overheating and potential cylinder head gasket failure if the driver fails to notice the dropping coolant gauge. Replacing the metal lines with upgraded rubber hoses or aluminium lines is a well-known specialist fix.
- Electric Power Sliding Door Cable and Actuator Failure(Moderate)
Higher-specification second-generation Sedonas (such as the TS and 3 trim grades) feature electrically operated power-sliding rear side doors. The drive mechanisms rely on steel tension cables, plastic pulleys, and microswitch sensors located within the rear quarter panels and sill runners. With age, road grit accumulates in the lower floor tracks, door seals stick, and the steel drive cables fray or snap. When this occurs, the electric motor jams, leaving the door unable to open or latch shut automatically, necessitating manual override or expensive cable kit renewal.
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- Rear Auxiliary Heater Underbody Pipe Corrosion and Coolant LossSerious
The Sedona features a dedicated rear passenger heater matrix supplied by metal coolant lines routed along the underside of the vehicle chassis. Exposed directly to road salt, grit spray, and damp UK winter conditions, these steel pipes corrode and eventually develop pinhole perforations. Coolant leaks out rapidly beneath the car, leading to sudden engine overheating and potential cylinder head gasket failure if the driver fails to notice the dropping coolant gauge. Replacing the metal lines with upgraded rubber hoses or aluminium lines is a well-known specialist fix.
- Electric Power Sliding Door Cable and Actuator FailureModerate
Higher-specification second-generation Sedonas (such as the TS and 3 trim grades) feature electrically operated power-sliding rear side doors. The drive mechanisms rely on steel tension cables, plastic pulleys, and microswitch sensors located within the rear quarter panels and sill runners. With age, road grit accumulates in the lower floor tracks, door seals stick, and the steel drive cables fray or snap. When this occurs, the electric motor jams, leaving the door unable to open or latch shut automatically, necessitating manual override or expensive cable kit renewal.
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