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DU08 XWG

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

66,483 mi
Last recorded66,483 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 XWG
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 66,483 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 66,379 miles

Clutch pedal wearing smooth

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 5 Feb 2025 66,379 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch pedal wearing smooth

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Jan 2024 66,361 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Nov 2022 66,106 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 65,508 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 65,130 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 65,106 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 64,426 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 62,340 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2018 62,340 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 59,421 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 55,430 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 52,114 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 46,482 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 42,294 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 36,125 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 30,383 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 23,862 miles

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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DU08 XWG is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DU08 XWG, 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

How do I check the history of DU08 XWG?

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What year was DU08 XWG registered?

DU08 XWG is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DU08 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 XWG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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