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HK57 KXN

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,792 mi
Last recorded100,792 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 KXN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 100,792 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 95,277 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 83,814 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 76,106 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

engine has a mechanical noise

Pass 30 Jan 2013 67,778 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 67,778 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 56,265 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 43,877 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear brake discs slightly worn

nearside front brake disc worn & lipped

nearside front wiper blade worn

offside front brake disc worn & lipped

offside front wiper blade worn

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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HK57 KXN is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HK57 KXN, 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

How do I check the history of HK57 KXN?

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What year was HK57 KXN registered?

HK57 KXN is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is HK57 KXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK57 KXN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK57 KXN have outstanding finance?

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