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HK08 HZM

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,028 mi
Last recorded80,028 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 HZM
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 80,028 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Fail 10 Jun 2019 80,028 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Pass 7 Jun 2018 72,397 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 71,391 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 71,391 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 70,098 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 67,898 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 67,898 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 30 May 2014 64,367 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 58,974 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 53,763 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 48,297 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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HK08 HZM is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HK08 HZM, 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 HK08 HZM registered?

HK08 HZM is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is HK08 HZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 HZM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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