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FY08 YTS

2008 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

128,056 mi
Last recorded128,056 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 YTS
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 128,056 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 115,663 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 115,663 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 101,593 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 90,950 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 80,560 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 58,883 miles

Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 46,703 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

rear wiper split

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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FY08 YTS is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FY08 YTS, 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 FY08 YTS?

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What year was FY08 YTS registered?

FY08 YTS is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FY08 YTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 YTS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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