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FY08 ZDX

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

81,109 mi
Last recorded81,109 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 ZDX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2020 81,109 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2020 81,107 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 76,386 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2019 76,386 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 74,502 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. HANDBRAKE IS HIGH WITHIN TRAVEL (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 71,283 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 71,259 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 68,831 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm front bushes starting to split (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 63,688 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014
Fail 16 Oct 2014 58,069 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 53,128 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 47,771 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 39,684 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 24,893 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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FY08 ZDX is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FY08 ZDX, 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 ZDX?

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What year was FY08 ZDX registered?

FY08 ZDX is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is FY08 ZDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 ZDX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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