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GL08 UGU

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

141,201 mi
Last recorded141,201 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 UGU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 141,201 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear bumper damaged

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 134,630 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2025 134,630 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 127,756 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 121,482 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 117,675 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 114,505 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 112,653 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 112,651 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 109,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 99,646 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 91,710 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 84,848 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 84,848 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 78,335 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 71,787 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 64,282 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 54,798 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 40,620 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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GL08 UGU is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GL08 UGU, 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 GL08 UGU registered?

GL08 UGU is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is GL08 UGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 UGU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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