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LB08 DBY

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,916 mi
Last recorded111,916 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 DBY
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 111,916 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 100,591 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All pads getting low & all discs worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 86,082 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

unable to fully inspect boot floor

Fail 13 Jul 2019 86,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

unable to fully inspect boot floor

Pass 21 Jul 2018 69,672 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake slightly binding

Offside Front Brake slightly binding

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 61,751 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 58,221 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 48,800 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 41,363 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 37,412 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 34,012 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 34,012 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 27,105 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 20,449 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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LB08 DBY is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LB08 DBY, 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 LB08 DBY registered?

LB08 DBY is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is LB08 DBY safe to buy?

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