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PV03 SUE

2008 Kia Sportage

Red Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,124 mi
Last recorded71,124 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPV03 SUE
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2014 71,124 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 71,124 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 68,946 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 62,085 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 47,024 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 26,659 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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PV03 SUE is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Red with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PV03 SUE, 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

How do I check the history of PV03 SUE?

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What year was PV03 SUE registered?

PV03 SUE is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is PV03 SUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PV03 SUE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PV03 SUE have outstanding finance?

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