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FE08 EFB

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,662 mi
Last recorded109,662 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 EFB
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 109,662 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 109,091 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 108,864 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 106,701 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 106,701 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 104,477 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 101,873 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 101,873 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 97,071 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 90,216 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 83,104 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 76,466 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 76,466 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 67,147 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 54,501 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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FE08 EFB is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FE08 EFB, 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 FE08 EFB registered?

FE08 EFB is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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