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RJ08 YND

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,537 mi
Last recorded108,537 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 YND
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2023 108,537 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 17 Mar 2023 108,521 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 98,353 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Jun 2020 89,894 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 85,410 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 May 2018 73,963 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 66,875 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 61,524 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 55,114 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)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 48,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2013 40,717 miles

n/s/r tyre on limits & small cuts

o/s/r tyre close to limits

small splits on wipers

Pass 18 Apr 2012 31,197 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 18,471 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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RJ08 YND is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RJ08 YND, 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 RJ08 YND registered?

RJ08 YND is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is RJ08 YND safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ08 YND shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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