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LS57 XZH

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,952 mi
Last recorded88,952 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS57 XZH
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 88,952 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 87,668 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 86,893 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 85,390 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 82,749 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 81,768 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Apr 2021 81,768 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 80,219 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 27 Feb 2020 80,219 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 76,057 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 71,964 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 65,636 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 60,048 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 53,819 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 48,368 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 41,417 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 32,662 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 24,501 miles

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

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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LS57 XZH is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LS57 XZH, 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 LS57 XZH registered?

LS57 XZH is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is LS57 XZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS57 XZH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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