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FH57 HWB

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

132,971 mi
Last recorded132,971 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 HWB
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2019 132,971 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt clip loose (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 126,182 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2018 126,178 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm insecurely attached bottom ball joint securing device on nut missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

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

Fail 8 Aug 2018 126,163 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 109,105 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 104,640 miles

front brake pads worn

rear brake pads worn

Pass 22 Jan 2016 91,663 miles

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

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

emissions to low to read

exhaust system showing signs of deterioration

Pass 5 Jan 2015 77,652 miles

o/s/f wishbone bush starting to unbond.

Fail 30 Dec 2014 77,652 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s/f wishbone bush starting to unbond.

Pass 9 Jan 2014 64,409 miles

front tyres worn edges

front wishbone bushes unbonded

Pass 4 Jan 2013 51,096 miles

Oil leak

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f wisbone front bush starting to unbond

Pass 31 Jan 2012 38,219 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 33,342 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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FH57 HWB is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FH57 HWB, 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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FH57 HWB is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 6 February 2008.

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