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GK58 YRY

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

168,848 mi
Last recorded168,848 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 YRY
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 168,848 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 156,673 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 137,995 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2015 137,995 miles

Nearside Front Lower Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 121,658 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 121,658 miles

Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 102,759 miles

Brake pedal pad worn.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jul 2013 102,759 miles

Brake pedal pad worn.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jul 2012 84,143 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 61,079 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 61,034 miles

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

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

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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GK58 YRY is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GK58 YRY, 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 GK58 YRY registered?

GK58 YRY is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is GK58 YRY safe to buy?

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