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LC08 XXN

2008 Kia Sportage

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,486 mi
Last recorded95,486 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 XXN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 95,486 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 92,909 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 90,364 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 88,468 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 86,099 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 86,037 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Nov 2020 83,856 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 79,029 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 69,072 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 52,680 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 52,603 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 40,937 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 26,932 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 25,718 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 22,652 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2013 19,329 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 15,705 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 12,328 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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LC08 XXN is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LC08 XXN, 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 LC08 XXN registered?

LC08 XXN is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is LC08 XXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 XXN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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