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LS08 DFP

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,403 mi
Last recorded71,403 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 DFP
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 71,403 miles

both side step support brackets corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2020 64,295 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 60,981 miles

offside step steel corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2018 56,165 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 56,148 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 52,153 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 47,648 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 47,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 42,121 miles

childseat fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2014 37,039 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 23 Sep 2014 37,039 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 32,746 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 30,521 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 26,739 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 26,739 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 22,380 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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LS08 DFP 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 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LS08 DFP, 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 LS08 DFP registered?

LS08 DFP is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is LS08 DFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 DFP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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