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DY08 VXO

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

115,325 mi
Last recorded115,325 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 VXO
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 115,325 miles

Front coil spring rubbibg slightly on inner arch but not effecting the steering

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 109,380 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 109,380 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 102,617 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 95,919 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 90,635 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 85,641 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 76,302 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2018 66,327 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 56,905 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 56,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 48,267 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 45,541 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 42,187 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 38,227 miles

No smoke flow on emissions

Pass 29 Jun 2012 29,284 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 25,973 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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DY08 VXO is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DY08 VXO, 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 DY08 VXO registered?

DY08 VXO is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 19 July 2008.

Is DY08 VXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 VXO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY08 VXO have outstanding finance?

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