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FL08 ZWX

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,569 mi
Last recorded102,569 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 102,569 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 102,422 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 91,020 miles

Front pads low (80%+ worn)

Nearside Front wishbone front bush split (borderline)

Offside Front front wishbone bush splitting

Pass 30 Jul 2015 82,327 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 77,998 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 77,998 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 69,655 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 59,621 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 56,264 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 42,435 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 ZWX is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FL08 ZWX, 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 FL08 ZWX registered?

FL08 ZWX is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is FL08 ZWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 ZWX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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