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LS08 KYX

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,486 mi
Last recorded90,486 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2021 90,486 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 79,925 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 57,339 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 57,336 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 37,320 miles

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

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

offside front fog light on working

Pass 7 Jun 2017 31,118 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 31,118 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 29,394 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 26,785 miles

Nearside front wiper rubber split.

Pass 2 Jun 2014 24,527 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 21,297 miles

Both front tyres are worn on outside edges.

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 17,298 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 13,748 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 KYX is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black 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 LS08 KYX, 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 LS08 KYX registered?

LS08 KYX is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is LS08 KYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 KYX 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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