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PE08 FCN

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,021 mi
Last recorded93,021 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 FCN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 93,021 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 9 Feb 2022 93,020 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 88,449 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 84,908 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 84,896 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak centre/rear box (8.2.1.1 (b))

Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))

oil around engine

Pass 5 Mar 2019 82,040 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 78,408 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 73,101 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 68,168 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

sill trims fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 22 Feb 2016 68,168 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

sill trims fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2015 60,838 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 53,686 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 47,419 miles

front wipers starting to smear

front wishbone rubber bushes starting to split

nearside rear tyre has deep cut in tread

Pass 23 Mar 2012 38,881 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 27,459 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 27,459 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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PE08 FCN 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 PE08 FCN, 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 PE08 FCN registered?

PE08 FCN is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is PE08 FCN safe to buy?

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