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LG58 RJZ

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,984 mi
Last recorded102,984 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 RJZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 102,984 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 99,181 miles

Front Exhaust flexi slightly worn

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Oct 2020 96,449 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mounting (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 96,449 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mounting (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 93,708 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 89,604 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 89,553 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/60/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2017 82,647 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 75,977 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 66,764 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 54,606 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Sep 2013 39,981 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 35,412 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 26,878 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2011 26,878 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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LG58 RJZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LG58 RJZ, 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 LG58 RJZ registered?

LG58 RJZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is LG58 RJZ safe to buy?

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