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LD58 DCU

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

138,249 mi
Last recorded138,249 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD58 DCU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2018 138,249 miles

Rear anti roll bar D bushes worn

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

engine cover under tray and plastic sill fitted obscuring some components

rear diff supporting bush/mount worn

zero emissions

Fail 27 Nov 2018 138,249 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear anti roll bar D bushes worn

engine cover under tray and plastic sill fitted obscuring some components

rear diff supporting bush/mount worn

zero emissions

Pass 30 Nov 2017 124,946 miles

Engine cover/ undertrays fitted

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 113,662 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 100,475 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 85,549 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 67,080 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 50,807 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 33,278 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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LD58 DCU is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 LD58 DCU, 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 LD58 DCU registered?

LD58 DCU is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is LD58 DCU safe to buy?

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