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LS08 KYK

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,767 mi
Last recorded138,767 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 KYK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 138,767 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 128,252 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 128,252 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 116,180 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

e.m.l on

Fail 30 Nov 2023 116,180 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

e.m.l on

Pass 30 Nov 2022 103,247 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 89,832 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 81,683 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 73,703 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 73,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 68,580 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn got lipped

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear tyre close to legal limit and cut on tread

Offside Front brake disc worn got lipped

Fail 12 Apr 2018 68,580 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread,235/60 R 16 (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn got lipped

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear tyre close to legal limit and cut on tread

Offside Front brake disc worn got lipped

Pass 6 Apr 2017 62,044 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 54,555 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 45,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 45,587 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 41,490 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 31,172 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 21,528 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 15,282 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat nearside rear

windscreen chipped

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 KYK is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 KYK, 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 KYK registered?

LS08 KYK is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 12 April 2008.

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