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KO08 JVU

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,669 mi
Last recorded138,669 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 JVU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 138,669 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 138,669 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 129,843 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 121,342 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 121,342 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 103,026 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 84,414 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 65,589 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 14 Jul 2011 59,450 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 48,904 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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KO08 JVU is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KO08 JVU, 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 KO08 JVU?

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What year was KO08 JVU registered?

KO08 JVU is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is KO08 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO08 JVU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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