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FL08 XPP

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

109,409 mi
Last recorded109,409 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 XPP
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2022 109,409 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 105,430 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 105,423 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.52 limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inside edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 100,878 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage near rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 14 Jan 2020 100,878 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both front and rear (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage near rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 95,760 miles

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

coolant low

Fail 14 Jan 2019 95,760 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

coolant low

Pass 11 Jan 2018 89,447 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 84,032 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 84,032 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 76,996 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 70,947 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 64,545 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 58,696 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 47,606 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 47,606 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 34,701 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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FL08 XPP is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FL08 XPP, 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 FL08 XPP registered?

FL08 XPP is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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