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LE57 GHX

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

146,146 mi
Last recorded146,146 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE57 GHX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 146,146 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip to windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 136,322 miles

Engine-cover fitted

Under-tray fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 127,754 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

windscreen has stone chip outside zone A, but smaller than 40mm

Pass 5 Feb 2019 119,075 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 108,439 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2017 99,479 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 88,025 miles

Front flex exhaust pipe starting to break up

Fail 22 Jan 2016 88,025 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front flex exhaust pipe starting to break up

Pass 13 Feb 2015 74,361 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 61,071 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 50,019 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 40,992 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2011 30,880 miles

Engine cover fitted to vehicle

Engine undertray fitted to vehicle

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 Feb 2011 30,876 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Engine cover fitted to vehicle

Engine undertray fitted to vehicle

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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LE57 GHX 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 LE57 GHX, 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

How do I check the history of LE57 GHX?

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What year was LE57 GHX registered?

LE57 GHX is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 16 February 2008.

Is LE57 GHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE57 GHX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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