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HV08 KFW

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

127,716 mi
Last recorded127,716 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 127,716 miles

all passenger seats folded down at time of test,unable to check seat belts

Pass 28 Oct 2017 94,101 miles

mil light on

Pass 8 Nov 2016 67,697 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 64,223 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 57,938 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 50,800 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 44,153 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 44,152 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 34,734 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 23,007 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 23,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (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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HV08 KFW is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HV08 KFW, 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 KFW registered?

HV08 KFW is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is HV08 KFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 KFW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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