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MF58 FNP

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,996 mi
Last recorded135,996 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF58 FNP
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 135,996 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 130,938 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 130,934 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 127,589 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 127,589 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2019 121,701 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 109,849 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 95,982 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 84,006 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 70,202 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 60,006 miles

Leak in rear exhaust joint

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 49,469 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)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 49,469 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 17 Sep 2012 39,465 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 39,465 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

no smoke reading

Pass 8 Sep 2011 30,159 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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MF58 FNP is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 MF58 FNP, 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 MF58 FNP registered?

MF58 FNP is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 18 September 2008.

Is MF58 FNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF58 FNP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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