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LC57 RMU

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,220 mi
Last recorded81,220 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 RMU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2025 81,220 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 79,102 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps fogged, not affecting beam pattern at this time. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Wash jet not working ( enough flued provided by O/S jet to clear screen)

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 76,470 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 20 Dec 2022 76,470 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 72,578 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Dec 2021 72,578 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 69,522 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 61,246 miles

exhaust flex deteriorated

Pass 13 Jun 2018 54,328 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust flexy deteriorated

Pass 7 Jun 2017 49,383 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 43,632 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 38,090 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 32,862 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 25,409 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

FRONT WIPERS SMEARY

NSF TYRE WORN LOW 235/60/16

Pass 6 Aug 2012 20,760 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2011 12,760 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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LC57 RMU is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LC57 RMU, 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 LC57 RMU registered?

LC57 RMU is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 22 February 2008.

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