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LG08 YBC

2008 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

121,046 mi
Last recorded121,046 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 YBC
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 121,046 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 108,932 miles

REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

Pass 9 Jan 2019 98,620 miles

Undertrays fitted

Fail 9 Jan 2019 98,620 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak DPF rear sensor (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2018 88,871 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 78,685 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Jan 2016 68,504 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 55,951 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2015 55,951 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 38,987 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 27,334 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 18,567 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 10,558 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 YBC is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YBC, 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 YBC registered?

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

Is LG08 YBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 YBC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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