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LG08 XTS

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

66,617 mi
Last recorded66,617 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 66,617 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 59,398 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 51,591 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 51,311 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))

advise low reading on park brake

Pass 10 Dec 2018 48,190 miles

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 29 Nov 2017 44,667 miles

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

engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some components

engine management light on

Pass 24 Nov 2016 40,864 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2016 37,803 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 35,980 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 31,414 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 31,402 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

cannot see rear brake pads to test them

high level brake light out

Pass 25 May 2013 24,745 miles
Pass 27 May 2012 19,333 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 12,722 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 XTS 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 92.9%.

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 LG08 XTS, 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 XTS registered?

LG08 XTS is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is LG08 XTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 XTS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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