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FN08 HNL

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,755 mi
Last recorded81,755 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 HNL
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2020 81,755 miles

corrosion to exhaust

engine cover fitted

n/s/f lower suspension arm bush is separating

undertray fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2019 72,548 miles

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

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

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to rear coil springs

engine cover fitted

o/s/r shock absorber is damp

oil residue on the engine

Pass 23 Feb 2018 62,237 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2018 62,237 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 51,180 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 44,633 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 38,503 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 34,568 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 31,116 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 25,710 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 25,700 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 20,676 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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FN08 HNL is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FN08 HNL, 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 FN08 HNL registered?

FN08 HNL is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is FN08 HNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN08 HNL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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