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KT08 JSZ

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,169 mi
Last recorded95,169 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2015
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kia
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 JSZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2015 95,169 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 73,561 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 61,020 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2012 46,732 miles

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

o/s/f & n/s/f suspension arm bushes starting to unbond

Pass 21 Mar 2011 35,116 miles

emissions not tested particulate fitted

Fail 21 Mar 2011 35,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

emissions not tested particulate fitted

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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KT08 JSZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KT08 JSZ, 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 KT08 JSZ registered?

KT08 JSZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is KT08 JSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT08 JSZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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