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GD08 WAJ

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,675 mi
Last recorded57,675 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 WAJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 57,675 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

subframe corroded rear

Pass 9 Dec 2021 54,734 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 53,096 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 50,879 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 50,859 miles

Exhaust particulate filter obviously defective metal pressure pipe detached (8.2.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing 1.7mm - wearing outer edge - 235/60 r16 100h (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

all exhaust joints corroded

steering rack gaiter damp with fluid

Pass 10 Sep 2018 48,066 miles

Slight oil leak from the oil filter.

Pass 11 Sep 2017 42,896 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 38,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle has engine covers fitted unable to carry out full inspection of engine bay

Vehicle has under tray fitted unable to carry out full inspection

Pass 18 Jun 2015 31,751 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 31,751 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 24,463 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 26,463 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 21,654 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 18,075 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 14,022 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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GD08 WAJ is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GD08 WAJ, 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 GD08 WAJ registered?

GD08 WAJ is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is GD08 WAJ safe to buy?

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