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LX58 HMU

2008 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

128,871 mi
Last recorded128,871 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX58 HMU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2021 128,871 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 127,527 miles

Front Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 122,564 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 108,003 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 108,003 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 93,526 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 79,155 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 59,915 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 42,074 miles

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

front brake's discs a bit worn.

Fail 12 Sep 2014 42,074 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

front brake's discs a bit worn.

Pass 21 Sep 2013 29,597 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 17,448 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 14,501 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 14,501 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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LX58 HMU is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LX58 HMU, 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 LX58 HMU registered?

LX58 HMU is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is LX58 HMU safe to buy?

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