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LG08 JWN

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,527 mi
Last recorded161,527 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 JWN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2026 161,527 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 152,507 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2024 143,613 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both saddle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 136,605 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 133,662 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 128,610 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 123,168 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 112,926 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 102,471 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 92,259 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 81,488 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 70,202 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 58,348 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 48,163 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 40,155 miles

Rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 15 Feb 2011 29,917 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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LG08 JWN is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JWN, 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

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What year was LG08 JWN registered?

LG08 JWN is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is LG08 JWN safe to buy?

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