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GX08 DKO

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

111,473 mi
Last recorded111,473 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 DKO
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 111,473 miles

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

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 4 Jul 2016 109,382 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 109,352 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 May 2015 105,058 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2014 97,763 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 82,046 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 67,167 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 52,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 52,554 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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GX08 DKO is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GX08 DKO, 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 GX08 DKO registered?

GX08 DKO is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is GX08 DKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX08 DKO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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