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PY08 GXA

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,672 mi
Last recorded99,672 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 GXA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2022 99,672 miles

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Outer sill fitted plastic trim not allowing full inspection

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

Rear underbody general corrosion

Pass 12 Aug 2021 90,686 miles

Front Exhaust flexi deteriated

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Underbody general corrossion

Pass 17 Jul 2020 84,502 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 81,642 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 76,154 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 68,753 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 60,173 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 52,726 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 43,309 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 43,309 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2013 32,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 32,273 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 26,660 miles

O/s/f lower suspension arm front bush bonding slightly deteriorating

Pass 18 Jun 2011 20,836 miles

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

Offside Front 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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PY08 GXA 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 85.7%.

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 PY08 GXA, 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 PY08 GXA registered?

PY08 GXA is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is PY08 GXA safe to buy?

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