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SB57 NCN

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

111,977 mi
Last recorded111,977 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB57 NCN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 111,977 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Jan 2019 111,974 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 96,207 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 96,003 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load insecure (5.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load insecure (5.2.4a)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 89,774 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2017 89,748 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 85,000 miles

surface rust under body

Fail 3 Mar 2016 85,000 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

surface rust under body

Pass 4 Feb 2015 77,424 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 70,253 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 64,724 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 64,724 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 53,328 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 38,738 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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SB57 NCN 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 64.3%.

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 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 SB57 NCN, 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 SB57 NCN registered?

SB57 NCN is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is SB57 NCN safe to buy?

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