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LG08 FSZ

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,618 mi
Last recorded119,618 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 FSZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 119,618 miles

Offside Front panel damaged

Fail 9 Jun 2022 119,618 miles

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

Offside Front panel damaged

Pass 20 May 2021 113,199 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 109,624 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 102,058 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 102,058 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 91,500 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 81,023 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 72,683 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 61,712 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 52,499 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 43,639 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 33,706 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 24,584 miles

Engine cover fitted to vehicle

Engine undertray fitted to vehicle

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Plastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

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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LG08 FSZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black 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 LG08 FSZ, 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 LG08 FSZ registered?

LG08 FSZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is LG08 FSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 FSZ 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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