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KP08 TZB

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,755 mi
Last recorded102,755 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 TZB
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2022 102,755 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2022 102,753 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 98,698 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 82,619 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 70,040 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 63,264 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 59,658 miles

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn rubber coupling deteriorated ()

Pass 26 Jun 2015 55,011 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 53,252 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 48,442 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2013 53,319 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill guards fitted

Fail 25 Mar 2013 47,494 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill guards fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2012 37,088 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 28,855 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 28,777 miles

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

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

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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KP08 TZB is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 KP08 TZB, 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.

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What year was KP08 TZB registered?

KP08 TZB is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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