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RE08 ZHY

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

95,954 mi
Last recorded95,954 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 ZHY
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 95,954 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 95,954 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 74,331 miles

Both rear trailing arm bushes slightly worn

Pass 3 Oct 2018 66,570 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 50,406 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 38,581 miles

emissions not detected

Pass 16 Mar 2015 31,315 miles

both nearside tyres worn close to wearbars and on outer shoulder

offside rear tyre perrished between tread

Pass 17 Mar 2014 24,991 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2013 17,002 miles

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

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

all tyres perrished

Pass 15 Feb 2012 9,717 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 9,303 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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RE08 ZHY is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RE08 ZHY, 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 RE08 ZHY?

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What year was RE08 ZHY registered?

RE08 ZHY is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is RE08 ZHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 ZHY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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