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EX08 YEE

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,188 mi
Last recorded103,188 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 YEE
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 103,188 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 103,152 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 May 2016 102,314 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 94,021 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 74,614 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2013 57,898 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2012 44,842 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 36,439 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 36,439 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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EX08 YEE is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EX08 YEE, 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 EX08 YEE registered?

EX08 YEE is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is EX08 YEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 YEE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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