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SEZ 8359

2008 Kia Sportage Xe

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

92,006 mi
Last recorded92,006 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEZ 8359
MakeKia
ModelSportage Xe
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2026 92,006 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 89,279 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2025 89,091 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 87,098 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2024 87,021 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 82,939 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 82,909 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 75,198 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2022 75,147 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 72,588 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 63,449 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 59,719 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 58,353 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage Xe?

Based on 454 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
5,782
Miles/Year
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Registration plate lamp not working 1
registration plate delaminated 1
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 1
coil spring broken 1
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SEZ 8359 is a 2008 Kia Sportage Xe in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage Xe fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SEZ 8359, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SEZ 8359?

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What year was SEZ 8359 registered?

SEZ 8359 is a 2008 Kia Sportage Xe, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is SEZ 8359 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEZ 8359 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SEZ 8359 have outstanding finance?

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