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LX08 CWJ

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

79,115 mi
Last recorded79,115 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 CWJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2023 79,115 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 77,265 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 74,958 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2021 74,958 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2020 71,351 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2020 71,351 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 65,112 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 65,112 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 60,204 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 54,674 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 54,674 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 50,085 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 43,951 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 38,948 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 33,127 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 27,075 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 21,298 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 21,298 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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LX08 CWJ 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 72.2%.

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 LX08 CWJ, 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 LX08 CWJ registered?

LX08 CWJ is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is LX08 CWJ safe to buy?

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