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HV08 GPY

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,698 mi
Last recorded115,698 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 GPY
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 115,698 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 96,170 miles

covers fitted restricting view

exhaust DPF deteriorated and blowing

Pass 18 Feb 2016 77,406 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 77,406 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 65,055 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 56,125 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 40,394 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 27,623 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 17,177 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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HV08 GPY 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 88.9%.

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 HV08 GPY, 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 HV08 GPY registered?

HV08 GPY is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HV08 GPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 GPY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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