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FP08 UPA

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,975 mi
Last recorded123,975 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2015
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 UPA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2015 123,975 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 118,645 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 118,645 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 112,739 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 105,720 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 105,720 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 105,348 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 78,741 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 78,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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FP08 UPA is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FP08 UPA, 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

How do I check the history of FP08 UPA?

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What year was FP08 UPA registered?

FP08 UPA is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is FP08 UPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 UPA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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