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EK08 KTN

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

123,006 mi
Last recorded123,006 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 KTN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 123,006 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 123,006 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 111,568 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 98,132 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 85,689 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 71,691 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 65,742 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 53,097 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 48,775 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 45,513 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 41,491 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 41,491 miles

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced arm front bush (2.4.F.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 37,403 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 32,712 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2013 27,608 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2012 22,370 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 17,904 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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EK08 KTN is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver 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 EK08 KTN, 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 EK08 KTN registered?

EK08 KTN is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is EK08 KTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 KTN 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.

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