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SEZ 4779

2008 Kia Sportage XS

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,177 mi
Last recorded162,177 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
4 checks still locked for this Kia
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEZ 4779
MakeKia
ModelSportage XS
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 162,177 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2025 161,961 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 155,839 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 150,589 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 150,534 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 145,029 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 144,974 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 141,037 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 140,984 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 131,475 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 126,274 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 117,310 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage XS?

Based on 674 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
6,083
Miles/Year
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Headlamp aim too high 2
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2
Exhaust has a part missing 2
Registration plate lamp not working 2
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SEZ 4779 is a 2008 Kia Sportage XS in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage XS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SEZ 4779, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SEZ 4779?

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What year was SEZ 4779 registered?

SEZ 4779 is a 2008 Kia Sportage XS, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is SEZ 4779 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEZ 4779 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SEZ 4779 have outstanding finance?

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