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SD08 TWK

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,470 mi
Last recorded94,470 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 TWK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 94,470 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 94,469 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 89,753 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 84,428 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 69,761 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 31 Jul 2014 69,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 31 Jul 2013 55,199 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 40,170 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 24,595 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 24,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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SD08 TWK is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SD08 TWK, 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 SD08 TWK registered?

SD08 TWK is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SD08 TWK safe to buy?

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