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GL57 WLK

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

100,163 mi
Last recorded100,163 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 WLK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 100,163 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 95,809 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 91,273 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft constant velocity joint gaiter has a pin hole.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Jan 2019 80,789 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 76,407 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 65,580 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 54,355 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 44,315 miles

front pads wearing low

Pass 23 Dec 2013 38,754 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 32,177 miles

small split n/s wiper blade

Pass 30 Dec 2011 26,549 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Dec 2010 21,122 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2010 21,122 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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GL57 WLK is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 GL57 WLK, 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 GL57 WLK registered?

GL57 WLK is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is GL57 WLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 WLK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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