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DS08 YFJ

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,788 mi
Last recorded34,788 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 YFJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 34,788 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 28,317 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 28 Jun 2011 21,844 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 21,844 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (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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DS08 YFJ is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS08 YFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS08 YFJ registered?

DS08 YFJ is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is DS08 YFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 YFJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS08 YFJ have outstanding finance?

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