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AP08 XTC

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

76,233 mi
Last recorded76,233 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 XTC
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 76,233 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 71,867 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 71,867 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 68,135 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 63,720 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 57,872 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 51,941 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 46,050 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 40,110 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 16 Jul 2011 32,227 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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AP08 XTC is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 73,016 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP08 XTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP08 XTC registered?

AP08 XTC is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is AP08 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 XTC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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