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LD08 SFN

2008 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,153 mi
Last recorded86,153 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 SFN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 86,153 miles

Offside Front sun visor falling half way (loose)

Fail 12 Aug 2019 86,153 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front sun visor falling half way (loose)

Pass 12 Feb 2018 81,860 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 75,759 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 75,759 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 64,390 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 52,164 miles

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

light scracthing on windscreen

Pass 11 Feb 2014 39,306 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 27,595 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 22,228 miles

front pads width of backing

Pass 8 Apr 2011 14,637 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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LD08 SFN is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LD08 SFN, 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 LD08 SFN registered?

LD08 SFN is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is LD08 SFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 SFN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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