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DV08 NGZ

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

156,447 mi
Last recorded156,447 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 NGZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 156,447 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 28 Aug 2021 156,440 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 139,886 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 107,648 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 101,716 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 97,006 miles

tyres side wall perish

Fail 3 Nov 2016 97,006 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

tyres side wall perish

Pass 9 Nov 2015 92,123 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 92,123 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 88,693 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 87,425 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear centre seat belt damaged

Pass 26 Mar 2013 81,962 miles

nearside front fog light not working

Fail 26 Mar 2013 81,962 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

nearside front fog light not working

Pass 27 Mar 2012 64,181 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 48,471 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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DV08 NGZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DV08 NGZ, 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 DV08 NGZ registered?

DV08 NGZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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