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NJ08 ZLZ

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,896 mi
Last recorded87,896 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 ZLZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2020 87,896 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 81,610 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 81,610 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 72,792 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2018 72,792 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 65,944 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 65,367 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm 235/60/16 (4.1.E.1)

eml light flashing

Pass 22 Jun 2016 59,774 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 59,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 56,787 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 48,219 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 39,518 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 30,409 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2011 23,864 miles

Offside 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)

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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NJ08 ZLZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NJ08 ZLZ, 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 NJ08 ZLZ registered?

NJ08 ZLZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is NJ08 ZLZ safe to buy?

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