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DY58 VWR

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

188,005 mi
Last recorded188,005 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 VWR
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 188,005 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 188,005 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 183,522 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 169,914 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 169,914 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2017 156,463 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 156,463 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 140,772 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 122,859 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2014 118,023 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 114,043 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 111,416 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 111,416 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

engine warning light showing on dash

Pass 21 Sep 2011 107,615 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 107,615 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DY58 VWR is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DY58 VWR, 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 DY58 VWR registered?

DY58 VWR is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is DY58 VWR safe to buy?

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